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Care For The Homeless

Kitchen Manager/Lead Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $49,000.00 - $56,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Employee assistance program

Job Description

CFH (Community Food Hub) is a dedicated organization committed to providing high-quality food services to diverse populations, including residents of specialized care facilities. With a focus on nutritional excellence, food safety, and compassionate service, CFH is recognized for its commitment to maintaining the highest standards in meal preparation and service. By integrating culinary expertise with stringent health regulations, CFH stands as a leader in the food service industry, particularly within healthcare and residential environments.

CFH is actively seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager and Lead Chef to oversee and manage all aspects of food and dining services at Susan's Place, ... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 3-5 years experience in kitchen management or lead chef role
  • HS diploma is a must
  • Certified Food Handler certificate required
  • ServSafe certification required
  • Prior experience preparing meals in a healthcare or residential setting
  • Strong leadership and coaching skills
  • Ability to implement and maintain quality and service standards
  • Proactive and professional verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to give clear and concise directions
  • Ability to work independently, multitask and manage time effectively
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
  • Delegation of work assignments
  • Ability to manage change effectively and maintain professionalism in difficult situations

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 3-5 years experience in kitchen management or lead chef role
  • HS diploma is a must
  • Culinary arts or bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation
  • Must have a Certified Food Handler certificate
  • ServSafe certified

Job Duties

  • Maintaining a regular cooking schedule to ensure high quality meals for Susan's place residents
  • Supervising all areas of the kitchen, resident food areas and food service staffing
  • Maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen and resident dining areas
  • ensuring areas are always properly sanitized
  • Oversee compliance regulations and provisions set forth by the Department of Health (DOH) and (OSHA) Food and Safety
  • Manage kitchen inventory forms and Food Prep lists
  • Maintains all kitchen, food prep/serving equipment and stock room inventory
  • Support station rotation procedures
  • aiding kitchen staff in food prep and food selections
  • Ensure all sections of the kitchen and resident dining areas are ready for each food service
  • Create and adhere to and execute menus that meet the NYC Food Standards
  • Prepares and cooks resident meals in quantities according to menu and number of persons to be served
  • Conducts on-going training for all food service staff, this includes
  • required trainings set forth from DOH and DHS
  • Collaborate with other applicable department heads, in preparation of facility events and activities
  • where food services are needed
  • Oversees and engages in post-service cleaning, breakdown and restocking of food prep/serving equipment
  • Ensure resident satisfaction through clear and open communication
  • Possesses a genuine caring and compassionate attitude for our residents
  • DOHMH requires shelters to have a Certified Food Handler present during all hours of a meal service operation. Responsible for scheduling compliance

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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