Food Services Manager-Full Time in Joliet, IL

MorningStar Mission•Joliet, IL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

In partnership with the Director of Facilities, this role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Mission’s food service operations, including food procurement, preparation, and serving. The Food Services Manager provides leadership, training, and supervision to staff, guests, and volunteers involved in food service activities.

Requirements

Christian faith and compassion for individuals experiencing homelessness and addiction, with the ability to demonstrate and share Christ’s love through words and actions.
Knowledge of critical food safety and handling practices – SERV safe certified
Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) qualified by State of Illinois (or willing to obtain certification within 60 days of employment).
Able and willing to both follow recipes as well as create recipes and to teach others.
Interpersonal skills, able to clearly communicate verbally and promote teamwork and apply problem solving skills
Able to work with diverse groups of people, treating all with dignity and respect
Computer literate, knowledgeable in Word, Excel, Google products and Email
High school diploma or GED
Five years previous kitchen experience
Courses completed in sanitation with local health department

Nice To Haves

Management experience preferred
Knowledge of 12-steps/recovery/mental illness preferred
Additional coursework in food service or culinary arts preferred
Previous experience working with a homeless population and/or for a non-profit organization helpful

Responsibilities

Oversee all food service operations, including food procurement, receiving, inventory management, meal preparation, serving, food pantry distribution, warehousing, and community partnerships.
Plan and prepare nutritious, appealing meals that support guests’ physical restoration and recovery while maximizing available resources.
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and equipment maintenance standards, including Illinois Food Code, public health regulations, and applicable agency requirements.
Maintain readiness for health inspections and ensure required food-handler training and documentation are completed and current.
Coordinate food donations, purchasing, and distribution through community partners, food banks, and other approved sources.
Work collaboratively with staff, guests, and volunteers, modeling Christ-like character and conduct while supporting efficient, compassionate food service operations.