Kitchen Supervisor

Pasadena, CA, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $24.00

Benefits

Opportunity for career growth

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Referral Bonuses

Monthly management incentive bonus

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

AFLAC

Employee assistance program

Job Description

The Salvation Army (TSA) Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a commendable no-fee program dedicated to helping men and women in their journey toward complete rehabilitation. TSA is a well-established charitable organization known worldwide for its commitment to social services, disaster relief, and community support. The ARC program is one of its many impactful initiatives, focusing on providing the necessary tools, support, and environment to empower individuals who are overcoming life challenges, including addiction and homelessness. The center provides comprehensive services which equip beneficiaries with life skills, job training, and essential rehabilitation therapies free of charge. This dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable populations showcases TSA's enduring commitment to service and community betterment.

At the ARC, the Rehabilitation Program Team plays a vital role in ensuring that the center operates smoothly and that its residents receive top-notch care and support. The teamwork and devotion of ARC employees are central to fulfilling TSA's mission to "Do The Most Good" in every community they serve. They work diligently to maintain an environment conducive to rehabilitation that fosters growth, responsibility, and self-sufficiency among the program's beneficiaries.

The role offered is for a Kitchen Supervisor within the ARC program team, providing a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the program's success by managing all kitchen operations. This hourly position is offered at a competitive rate of $24.00 per hour, reflecting the value TSA places on this crucial role. The Kitchen Supervisor is responsible for scheduling and overseeing kitchen workloads to ensure timely meal preparation, serving, and clean-up. Beyond routine duties, this role requires training and supervising kitchen personnel, including beneficiaries, on proper cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen sanitation standards—all of which are essential to maintaining a safe and efficient kitchen environment.

Additional responsibilities include managing kitchen equipment and scheduling repairs, conducting bi-weekly inventory checks to maintain stock freshness, and ordering food within budgetary and nutritional guidelines. The Kitchen Supervisor also manages vendor relations, including working with local suppliers and the Food Bank, and handles petty cash dedicated to food purchases, following strict accounting procedures.

Moreover, this position requires active collaboration with the Center Administrator for menu planning and special event coordination, alongside hands-on assistance with cooking and service when necessary. The role demands attention to personnel management policies, maintaining discipline, safety measures, and confidentiality, which are critical for the program's orderly and secure operation. Working at the TSA ARC is not merely a job; it is a calling that demands dedication, compassion, and professionalism to help those on the path to recovery. Join the ARC team and make a lasting impact on individuals' lives while enjoying benefits such as career growth opportunities, paid time off, employee discounts, referral bonuses, medical, dental, vision coverage, retirement plans, AFLAC, and access to the Employee Assistance Program.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Accredited food service program graduate
Minimum one year experience in institutional cooking with management responsibilities
Valid California driver license
Proof of valid insurance

Job Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited food service program
Minimum of a 1-year experience in institutional cooking with management responsibilities
Must hold a valid California driver license and be able to show proof of insurance

Job Duties

Schedule kitchen workload to allow for timely meal preparation, serving and clean-up
Train and supervise kitchen personnel, including beneficiaries, on proper cooking techniques in the preparation of meals
Train and supervise kitchen personnel, including beneficiaries, on food safety, work safety and kitchen sanitation
Assure that proper kitchen sanitation standards are maintained
Assure that kitchen equipment is maintained in good working condition, scheduling preventative maintenance repairs and emergency repairs as needed
Perform bi-weekly inventory of all unused items and rotate stock to ensure freshness
Order food consistent with nutritional considerations and within budget restrictions
Develop and maintain vendor relations with multiple suppliers including the local Food Bank
Responsible for petty cash bank used for weekly food purchases, follow approved accounting procedures for reimbursement of bank
Work with the Center Administrator for menu planning and for special events
Assist with the cooking and service as needed
Consult with professional staff as necessary concerning beneficiary services
Keep Resident Manager and/or Center Administrator informed as to manpower needs
Assure that established personnel policies and directives are followed by all assigned personnel and disciplinary measures are taken when necessary
Assure that safety measures are established and maintained consistently according to TSA Policy and governmental regulations
Maintain confidentiality as needed and required for operation of program
Any and all overtime must have the written approval of Center Administrator
Other duties as assigned by the Administrator or designate