Kitchen Manager

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver is a deeply rooted nonprofit organization serving Northern Colorado since 1927. As a compassionate entity driven by the mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to those in need, Catholic Charities operates a variety of ministries including Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Housing, Counseling, Family, Kinship, Senior Services, and Parish & Community Engagement. The agency prides itself in its inclusive, welcoming, and diverse work environment and strives to maintain equality for all applicants, staff, volunteers, and program participants regardless of faith or background. With a rich history of community involvement and support, Catholic Charities emphasizes the importance of self-motivated, mission-driven individuals who are recognized and rewarded as valuable members of the team.

The position of Kitchen Manager at Samaritan House, part of Catholic Charities, offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the community through food service management. This full-time role comes with a competitive salary range of $65,000 - $70,000 annually, reflecting the importance and responsibility of managing kitchen operations within a nonprofit environment. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for conducting weekly menu approvals in accordance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines, maintaining variety, and ensuring proper use of donations to supplement meals. This role includes overseeing hiring, training, and development of kitchen personnel and supervisors, managing food and janitorial supplies, and adhering to fiscal budgets while handling invoices and purchasing.

Additional important responsibilities include soliciting and managing in-kind food donations, coordinating food production and catering for special events, and ensuring labor budgets align with operational goals. The Kitchen Manager facilitates food safety training and compliance with Denver city and county health regulations, collaborating closely with local health officials to uphold the highest standards. The role also involves working with volunteer coordinators to enhance volunteer involvement within the kitchen operations and addressing operational concerns raised during regular Town Hall meetings and internal systems.

Catholic Charities supports its employees with a robust training curriculum focusing on safety, mental health, substance abuse awareness, human trafficking intervention, trauma-informed care, and many other areas that enrich professional development and personal growth. The full-time position provides extensive paid time off, 15 paid holidays, a sabbatical leave program after seven years of service, and access to a 403b retirement plan with agency matching contributions. Additionally, employees benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with significant agency contributions toward premiums.

Working as the Kitchen Manager at Samaritan House means joining a mission-focused team dedicated to community service, food security, and supportive care. It requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a passion for improving the lives of vulnerable populations through effective food service management. The role offers a rewarding career path with a supportive professional environment and meaningful engagement in community services.