Food Programs Manager

Working Schedulewill be Monday, Wednesday-Friday, 8am to 2pm, and Tuesdays, 8am-Noon.

Pay range is $15-$18/hr

The Salvation Army Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of Christ. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Summary:Individual must oversee all food related programs at the Waterloo/Cedar Falls Salvation Army. Providing oversight to the daily operation of the food pantry and food storage areas. Preparation of lunch meals for community meal site several days per week. Oversees individuals assisting in the kitchen (i.e., AARP assistants, volunteers, community service workers assigned to the kitchen, etc.). Individual must be able to work with a variety of individuals in a professional manner and treat those coming in for meals with respect.

Responsibilities:

• Follow proper receiving, storage, and preparation techniques to insure that all food items are maintained at a high quality until consumed
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals for community lunch program
• Oversee kitchen activities, meal preparation, meal service, and clean up
• Supervise and delegate tasks to kitchen assistant, volunteers, and AARP placements
• Provide guidance, training and direction for volunteers and placement workers
• Oversee Food Pantry Giveaway activities and volunteers assigned to the area
• Understand and implement safety procedures as required
• Work with Social Ministries Coordinator to order necessary supplies
• Develop and maintain a current inventory of food and supplies
• Coordinate maintenance and custodial needs with appropriate personnel
• Other responsibilities as needed to ensure the safe, effective operation of the food ministries programs
• Use and routinely maintain all equipment properly, and report any necessary repairs or professional maintenance to supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, food storage areas, and dining room
• Maintain all necessary records, statistics, and documentation for monthly reports
• Ensure all Iowa Department of Health safety and sanitation policies and procedures for cleanliness are practiced.
• Prepare food in a timely manner for holiday meals
• Prepare and supervise serving of Thanksgiving meal (served on Thanksgiving) and other holiday meals
• Other duties as assigned

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Individual must have specific knowledge and work experience related to food storage, preparation, serving, and sanitation. Must have at least 1 year of experience in food preparation for large quantities of people and possess or be willing to obtain sanitation license/food service certificate within six months of employment; must be able to follow directions and food guidelines required by the local health department; must be able to pass a background check. Also, individual must be willing to become familiar and supportive of The Salvation Army mission and purpose of the operation.

Position Ranking:Part-time, Non-exempt

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

This Position is required to do moderate physical work. In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the individual is regularly required to be standing for long periods of time, use hands and fingers, communicate, move, occasionally required to position self to stoop, kneel or crouch, frequently required to reach with and use arms and hands as required in cooking. Specific vision abilities by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to focus. The work environment for this position is in a kitchen with varying degrees of heat and with a moderate noise level.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.