Kitchen Manager

Odyssey House • Salt Lake City, UT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Odyssey House is seeking a full-time Kitchen Manager in Salt Lake City, Utah, at $21.00 per hour. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for all kitchen operations, including purchasing, receiving, food preparation, sanitation, inventory, and quality standards. This role is the primary authority in the kitchen and is accountable for safety, regulatory compliance, and audit outcomes. The manager must maintain continuous audit readiness and achieve at least 90% on monthly and semi-annual audits, including Health Department and food bank inspections.

The position also trains clients in food preparation, inventory, safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations as part of vocational programming. The Kitchen Manager coordinates schedules and staffing for meals and events, maintains kitchen equipment and preventive maintenance standards, and facilitates weekly kitchen and vocational training meetings. The role requires maintaining professional boundaries while working with clients and supporting program improvement.

Odyssey House provides substance abuse treatment, prevention, and mental health services, with programs that also address education, job skills, healthcare, sober housing, behavioral management, and aftercare. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of required pre-employment screenings. Driving roles require a valid Utah driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food Safety Manager Certification (ServSafe or state-approved) within 30 days of hire; failure to obtain certification within 30 days may result in separation from employment.
• If not certified at hire, a valid food handler permit is required at the start date.
• Technical expertise with computer systems and workplace software, including logs, reporting systems, and documentation tools.
• Operational expertise in OSHA regulations and food safety compliance standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work variable shifts.
• Must meet employment eligibility requirements and successfully complete required pre-employment screenings.
• For roles requiring driving, a valid Utah driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record are required.
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs., drive or have adequate alternate transportation, sit for prolonged periods, and perform light to moderate physical activity at times.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with vulnerable populations.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and compliant kitchen in accordance with Health Department, OSHA, agency, and applicable state, county, city, and food bank standards.
• Take full accountability for kitchen audit performance and operational metrics, maintaining audit readiness and meeting the required minimum audit score.
• Oversee food purchasing, receiving, inventory, storage, and vendor relationships, including food bank partnerships.
• Ensure food preparation, portion control, sanitation, and temperature-monitoring standards are consistently met.
• Maintain cleanliness, documentation, and compliance with inspection requirements; serve as the primary contact for Health Department and food bank inspections.
• Maintain accurate temperature, inspection, incident, and food handler certification records for at least two years.
• Train and supervise clients in vocational kitchen programming, including food preparation, sanitation, inventory, and safety practices, while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Develop schedules, coordinate kitchen operations, and ensure meals and events are adequately staffed.
• Maintain kitchen equipment, cleaning schedules, and preventive maintenance standards.
• Facilitate weekly kitchen and vocational training meetings and complete required documentation.
• Provide training on safe equipment use, lifting techniques, and hazardous-material handling.
• Attend staff meetings and support continuous program improvement.
• Adhere to Odyssey House’s mission and service requirements, provide a safe environment and exemplary customer service, and support high-quality client care within the scope of the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending account; and long- and short-term disability coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with immediate participation available and a 100% employer match up to 6% after one year of service.
• Paid time off accruing up to 35 days per year, with increased accrual rates after one year.
• Option to convert half of unused accrued sick time into extra vacation days at year-end.
• Paid sabbatical after five years.
• Confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health, financial advice, and personal well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $9,000 per year for approved programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Paid training and professional development opportunities, subject to manager approval and eligibility.
• Access to earned wages before payday through Paylocity, subject to terms.
• Free UTA transit pass for the daily commute.
• Monthly performance awards and team recognition.
• Casual dress code and workplace culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED