Assistant Kitchen Supervisor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Kansas City, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Kitchen Supervisor oversees beneficiaries in the kitchen while managing inventory, menus, ordering, and canteen operations. The position supports the Salvation Army rehabilitation program and helps maintain efficient kitchen operations by training and supervising beneficiaries, coordinating food and supplies, monitoring canteen activity, and ensuring health and safety compliance. The role is based in a kitchen setting in Kansas City, Missouri.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
ServSafe and Allergen training certifications.
Supervisory skills to oversee and train beneficiaries rather than work alongside them.
Computer proficiency for inventory and communications.
Strong mathematical abilities for measurements and portions.
Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including regular standing and walking, regular lifting of up to 15 pounds, occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds, and manual dexterity for food preparation.

Nice To Haves

Kitchen management experience.

Responsibilities

Train beneficiaries on kitchen safety and compliance protocols.
Supervise beneficiaries’ daily work therapy performance, including cooking and cleaning.
Provide regular feedback and direction to beneficiaries.
Ensure compliance with Health Department policies and prepare for regular inspections.
Create and update menus using the Cycle Menu Management System.
Maximize use of donated goods.
Maintain kitchen and canteen inventories.
Generate timely orders based on stock, cost, and needs.
Source and coordinate food donations.
Monitor canteen sales and card tracking.
Maintain kitchen log communications.
Coordinate with the Kitchen Supervisor on all operations.