Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $32.29 - $36.18
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive pay
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
401(k) plan with Company Match
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee Discounts
Employee assistance program
Free ORCA pass
Job Description
FareStart is a pioneering nonprofit organization based in Seattle, Washington, renowned for its impactful work in transforming lives through the power of food. With over 30 years of history, FareStart has been addressing the deep-rooted issues of homelessness, hunger, and poverty by equipping individuals with essential life and job skills, primarily through culinary training and employment opportunities. The organization's mission centers on disrupting poverty and nourishing communities, striving to create a more equitable and just world where every individual has the chance to thrive. This long-standing commitment has positioned FareStart as a leader in social enterprise that not only provides... Show More
Job Requirements
- Five or more years of experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet and catering experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- three or more years supervisory experience
- a valid King County Food Handler’s permit
- demonstrated knowledge of food safety and sanitation principles
- proficient and experienced in Microsoft Office applications particularly Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook and Teams
- ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team within diverse teams and environments
- ability to communicate effectively and comfortably with audiences of different backgrounds and experiences
- ability to display sensitivity tact and responsiveness in various situations and maintain a high level of confidentiality
- ability to listen give and receive feedback in a productive and professional manner
- excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity
- demonstrated excellent interpersonal negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks and requests and meet deadlines in a professional manner
- ability to evaluate problems and effectively solve them in a timely manner and respond appropriately to conflict
- ability to delegate responsibilities work with others and coach employees to develop their full potential provide helpful behaviorally specific feedback to others regularly meet with employees to review their development progress and express confidence in their abilities to be successful engage in open and honest communication
- ability to work a non-standard flexible schedule which may include weekends evenings and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Five or more years of experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet and catering experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- three or more years supervisory experience
- ability to lead and motivate teams
- a valid King County Food Handler’s permit
- demonstrated knowledge of food safety and sanitation principles
- proficient and experienced in Microsoft Office applications particularly Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook and Teams
- ability to work with customized databases and technology and to conduct internet research
- ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team within diverse teams and environments
- ability to communicate effectively and comfortably with audiences of different backgrounds and experiences
- ability to display sensitivity tact and responsiveness in various situations and maintain a high level of confidentiality
- ability to listen give and receive feedback in a productive and professional manner
- excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity
- demonstrated excellent interpersonal negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks and requests and meet deadlines in a professional manner
- ability to evaluate problems and effectively solve them in a timely manner and respond appropriately to conflict
- ability to delegate responsibilities work with others and coach employees to develop their full potential provide helpful behaviorally specific feedback to others regularly meet with employees to review their development progress and express confidence in their abilities to be successful engage in open and honest communication
- ability to work a non-standard flexible schedule which may include weekends evenings and holidays
Job Duties
- Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen
- provide hands-on direct training to students and staff on core kitchen competencies
- participate in inventory ordering receiving production charting task assigning filling requested orders and actual food preparation
- control food costs by utilizing proper methods of ordering food preparation recipe compliance monitoring and adjusting production pars per meal volume and managing food handling and storage
- ensure adherence to all food and kitchen safety standards in production storage and dishwashing areas
- establish strict adherence to health department sanitation and food handling guidelines
- collaborate with department leadership to maintain key performance indicators for the kitchen anticipate and resolve problems identify trends and implement approved cost-saving ideas activities
- coordinate food production schedules and monthly menus
- monitor email daily to ensure proper communication and professional timely responses
- ensure all kitchen staff students and volunteers consistently adhere to uniform grooming and appearance standards
- provide support and oversight to kitchen staff including hiring developing guiding goal setting and performance reviews in collaboration with the Contract Meals Administration Supervisor
- direct and train kitchen staff monitoring their progress
- maintain effective communication and working relationships with the kitchen and program staff respond to staff suggestions and concerns and work to resolve problems
- perform other duties as assigned
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