Kitchen Supervisor

Tucson, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Exact $20.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

supportive work environment

Job Description

The Salvation Army is an international movement and an evangelical part of the universal Christian church, dedicated to preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination. Established with a rich history and a global presence, The Salvation Army is recognized for its unwavering commitment to humanitarian aid and community support services. The organization operates through various programs and services, including shelters, food provision, disaster relief, and rehabilitation initiatives, all motivated by the love of God and a mission to serve those in need.

Located in Tucson, Arizona, The Salvation Army’s Hospitality Ho... Show More

Job Requirements

Graduate of certified cooking school preferred or equivalent experience
food service management and supervisory experience
at least one year cooking and menu planning experience
ability to work as a team member and well with others
ability to work holidays
good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
proficient in Excel, Word, email use
demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter
able to handle a variety of projects simultaneously
positive attitude and flexible with changing job situations and priorities
willingness to support the mission of The Salvation Army
possess current City of Tucson Food Handlers Permit or Serve Safe Certificate or obtain immediately upon hire
successful background clearance
able to operate equipment available while doing job function
CPR/First Aid Certified or obtain within 90 days
must possess valid Arizona State Driver’s License.

Job Qualifications

Graduate of certified cooking school preferred or equivalent experience
food service management and supervisory experience
at least one year cooking and menu planning experience
ability to work as a team member and well with others
ability to work holidays
good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
proficiency in Excel, Word and email use
demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter
ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
positive attitude and flexibility with changing job situations and priorities
willingness to support The Salvation Army mission
possession of City of Tucson Food Handlers Permit or Serve Safe Certificate or ability to obtain immediately upon hire
successful background clearance
ability to operate kitchen equipment
CPR/First Aid certified or ability to obtain within 90 days
valid Arizona State Driver’s License.

Job Duties

Prepare, cook and serve meals to shelter clients, provide direction for the same with program cooks
prepare high quality meals for special events and meetings as requested
supervise, train and orient all kitchen staff including participation in hiring decisions, evaluate staff performance, make recommendations for disciplinary or termination as needed
maintain office and be proactive with emails and communication to and from supervisor
maintain compliance with budgetary restrictions without compromising nutritional value or taste of food
implement strategies, provide direction and leadership to kitchen staff to ensure adherence to Department of Public Health requirements and agency/program guidelines and procedures
ensure kitchen is appropriately staffed via scheduling
insure healthy, hearty, tasty meals are planned, menus developed consistent with all food groups while incorporating donated food items
oversee preparing supplies from storerooms, coolers or freezer for the following day’s cooking
ensure all food is dated and stored on a first in first out (FIFO) basis
ensure prepared food that is kept is used, dated and stored properly
organize and supervise receipt of deliveries and maintenance of food service areas
secure food and equipment from theft
manage food service area and ensure all food service equipment is cleaned and maintained daily to comply with health and sanitation requirements, report maintenance problems
order appropriate selections from Shamrock Foods, Merit Foods, etc.
seek new local food donations and work with food pantry program providing restaurant donations
supervise kitchen volunteers
oversee receipt and storage of food/non-food items with assistance
ensure daily cleaning tasks assigned are completed
maintain proper documentation and reports
assist with coordination and cooking for holiday community meals such as Christmas, Thanksgiving and Easter
perform other duties as assigned related to Food Service Coordinator/Lead Cook position.

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