Food Services Director

3 weeks ago


Oakland, California, United States The Salvation Army Full time

Job Summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Food Services Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, providing for the nutritional needs of the Shelter and Booth programs. This is a critical role that requires strong leadership, culinary expertise, and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare up to 600 meals daily for consumption and special events
  • Supervise kitchen employee volunteers and community service workers
  • Plan and develop menus with executive director and childcare director
  • Maintain records regarding CACFP program and Alameda County
  • Attend training set forth by California Department of Education nutrition services
  • Maintain a good working relationship with the Alameda County Food Bank
  • Ensure all monthly and quarterly states and reports are turned into the proper agency
  • Manage inventory to ensure supply levels are sufficient for smooth operation
  • Responsible for adhering to fiscal and budget guidelines for all food service programs
  • Supervise food preparation to ensure portion sizes
  • Perform all duties with courtesy and respect, maintaining a healthy relationship with staff and clients
  • Provide alternative foods for those with allergies and medical exemptions
  • Keep daily records of food preparation, transportation, and servings to meet funding source requirements
  • Attend trainings, workshops, and/or meetings regarding lunch program
  • Meet with directors weekly to discuss client feedback and menu development
  • Ensure the food service department remains compliant with local, state, and federal regulations
  • Maintain all kitchen equipment
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen

Requirements

  • Culinary arts degree or 4 years of management experience in a kitchen
  • Food safety managers certificate under California Safety Code
  • Certificate of completion from the Department Education Nutrition Services (for the CACFP program or willing to get one within 6 months of hire)
  • CPR certification or willingness to obtain one
  • Understand proper serving sizes and healthy cooking procedures for food
  • Practice safe food handling procedures always

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to interact with others professionally and in fellowship
  • Possess initiative, adaptability, and responsibility to work with volunteers, other staff, and client families

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
  • Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects
  • Ability to reach overhead
  • Ability to operate telephone
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to operate a computer
  • Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information
  • Ability to operate basic office equipment


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