Kitchen Manager/ Donation Driver

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Iowa City, IA

57d•$15 - $18

About The Position

The Salvation Army is hiring a Kitchen Manager/Donation Driver to provide nutritional support for multiple feeding programs, including a hot meal each weekday at lunch. The position prepares well-balanced meals while following Serv-Safe and other safety standards. The role oversees kitchen operations, works alongside volunteers, maintains food and kitchen safety, and coordinates kitchen volunteers. Driving is an essential function. The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church, and its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Employees must not undermine the organization’s religious mission.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to be flexible and manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work in a team environment and supervise volunteers.
Experience using various ingredients and cooking techniques.
Knowledge of basic tools, cleaning equipment, and cleaning products.
Basic computer skills, including accessing payroll, timekeeping, and personal data through a web-based system.
Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills.
Strong independent judgment.
Proven experience as a cook.
Must pass all applicable background checks.
Must complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire.
Must have Serve Safe Certification, CPR, and AED.
Ability to speak, hear, and see adequately and demonstrate excellent manual dexterity.
Ability to stand, bend, and reach for extended periods and use hands and fingers to operate cleaning equipment.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.
Agreement not to undermine The Salvation Army’s religious mission as an employee.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of experience in a related field is greatly encouraged.
A diploma from a culinary school is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Oversee kitchen operations and ensure healthy and safe work practices.
Prepare and cook food with volunteers for the daily meal program using various utensils and equipment.
Work with the Operations Manager to establish kitchen guidelines and food service policies.
Establish weekly menus based on inventory in cold and dry storage.
Create an inventory system for kitchen supplies and ensure sufficient stock.
Coordinate food storage, preparation, and serving in accordance with Health Department standards.
Maintain sanitary conditions in the kitchen, dining room, storage rooms, and walk-in and reach-in refrigerators and freezers.
Ensure volunteers and other employees maintain safe and sanitary conditions during food preparation, serving, and storage.
Prepare required statistical and financial reports, including gifts-in-kind reports.
Report maintenance needs to Corps Officers/Administrators or the Operations Manager.
Serve as the first point of contact for kitchen volunteers and work with the Director of Volunteers to schedule and coordinate training.
Drive as an essential function of the position.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Manage volunteers.