Kitchen Coordinator

Description

JOB SUMMARY

CityTeam is a Christian non-profit dedicated to supporting communities by meeting immediate needs and enabling lasting solutions for those struggling with poverty, homelessness, and addiction. Being part of CityTeam is not just a career but a calling. Whether we're working on the frontlines in Programs or working behind the scenes in Support Services, we feel privileged to use our education, experience, and gifts to love people and bring glory to God.

The Kitchen Coordinator will be responsible for carrying out daily food service tasks before, during, and after service. The Kitchen Coordinator will provide leadership to the residents and volunteers working in the kitchen, ensure food safety and quality, and take the lead on preparing meals. The Kitchen Coordinator will work in collaboration with the Program Manager/Director of Men's Programs to support the overall vision of our homeless services, including the daily intake and care, monthly assessments, and referrals. The kitchen can often be an unpredictable and stressful environment, so we need someone who can respond to chaos in a Christ-like manner. In addition to working cooperatively with others, the Kitchen Coordinator will need to be able to work independently, always keeping safety a top priority.

Our ideal candidate will be a mature Christ-follower who is called to service and can speak truth in love. If you have a heart for men who greatly desire to change their lives, but do not know how, come be part of a vibrant, caring community of believers who are committed to the redemptive work of Christ.

The  Kitchen Coordinator is a temporary part-time non-exempt position wrapped up in a Christian environment that values Teamwork, Accountability, Humility, Innovation, and Joy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Kitchen Coordinator

1. Maintain a safe, orderly, and efficient environment in all food service areas.
2. Train and direct all residents, interns, and volunteers in food service operations including food preparation, serving, and cleanup.
3. Create and maintain a healthy menu of items to cook and serve.
4. Maintain a proper inventory of healthy food items to support menu planning.
5. Provide a hospitable, service-oriented environment.
6. Maintain driving schedule and pick ups for food rescue program.
7. Inform the Program Manager/Director of Men's programs of any equipment or facility repair needs.
8. Oversee Kitchen Interns
9. Clean and sanitize the dining area, kitchen, and bathrooms in accordance with California Health Code Standards.
10. Work in conjunction with the Volunteer Coordinator to know when volunteers are coming.

General

1. Advocate for CityTeam with those in your circles of influence.
2. Maintain a consistent practice of personal prayer and Bible study.
3. Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and other team building activities.
4. Additional projects and duties as assigned by the Director of Men's Programs.

PLEASE NOTE: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office & G-Suite
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Valid CA driver's license
• Minimum of 1 years' experience working in a professional kitchen.
• Must possess an accredited Food Handler's Certificate
• Must possess or be willing to obtain an accredited Manager's National Certificate of Completion (not just a Food Handler's Certificate) within the first 30 days of employment.
• Experience facilitating Discovery Bible Studies

Preferred Education and Experience

• Some college coursework
• Experience working in a non-profit and or inner-city ministry environment
• Experience working with, mentoring, our counseling in the field of homeless ministry
• Supervisory experience
• Familiarity with CityTeam, addiction, and homelessness

Physical Demands

• Stand for prolonged amounts of time
• Walk, bend, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Walk up and down stairs
• Talk and hear
• Must be able to give clear oral directions
• Push 100 pounds
• Lift and carry 75 pounds
• Finger and hand dexterity to feel, handle, and operate objects, tools or controls, and to reach with hands and arms
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Must be able to read and follow standard recipes
• Must be able to hear and follow oral directions
• Must be able to work cooperatively and safely
• Be able to drive

Work Conditions

• This job operates in a transitional housing environment.
• Office is in Oakland, CA.
• This position will regularly interact with residents and volunteers in a professional kitchen and be exposed to varying temperatures and typical items such as a stove, knives, chemicals, slippery floors or surfaces, etc.
• This role will occasionally need to maneuver in tight quarters amongst donations, rolling racks, shelving, storage containers, stacked boxes, and a conveyer belt
• Days and hours will vary, depending on ministry needs

Additional Eligibility Qualifications for CityTeam Ministries

• Must have an intimate, personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Must be active in a local Christian body of believers or at least pursuing community with other Christ-followers
• Must have compatible theology on major issues of CityTeam's Statement of Faith
• Must be committed to serving God and the body of Christ

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all possible duties, activities, or responsibilities. These requirements may change at any time. The signature below constitutes the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.