Director of Culinary Services

Mel Trotter Ministries • Grand Rapids, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As Director of Culinary Services, you’ll steer Mel Trotter Ministries’ culinary program and help set the tone for a high-performing, welcoming kitchen. This role exists to ensure every guest is served a tasty, nutritious, well-balanced meal—consistently, safely, and with dignity. Key responsibilities include leading high-volume meal production; guiding menu planning and food cost strategy; overseeing budget, purchasing, and inventory; maintaining food safety and sanitation standards; and coaching, training, and developing the kitchen team with clear expectations and encouragement.

Requirements

• 5+ years in a similar culinary leadership role (high-volume production)
• 3+ years training/developing culinary staff
• Strong morale-builder who also drives accountability
• Experience serving individuals in underserved communities
• Skilled at juggling multiple projects to standard and deadline
• ServSafe Manager (or ability to obtain promptly)
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Excel)

Nice To Haves

• Culinary degree
• Prior managerial experience

Responsibilities

• Leading high-volume meal production
• Guiding menu planning and food cost strategy
• Overseeing budget, purchasing, and inventory
• Maintaining food safety and sanitation standards
• Coaching, training, and developing the kitchen team with clear expectations and encouragement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree