Food Program Coordinator

POSITION PURPOSE The Food Coordinator is responsible for food preparation, cooking, food distribution, nutritional analysis and quality assurance of food programs & meals. They oversee all Kroc Center activities that involve food. They oversee kitchen use & safety, and food stats for the Community Center.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage programs that address food insecurity, nutrition education, and cooking.
• Maintain food inventory, manage budget, monthly statistics, and menu creation for Kroc Center programs that involve food.
• Oversee Kroc Center kitchen (all appliances, safety signs, and all cleaning and cooking materials)
• Greet and engage guests ensuring they feel welcomed and have a positive experience.
• Maintain Kroc Center food initiatives that address the needs of the community and guest base.
• Collaborate with food banks and oversee onsite food pantry and storages.
• Provide food preparation and service for Kroc Center Programs, Events and Rentals.
• Drive, pick-up, sort, store, and distribute food donations.
• Maintain cleanliness of facility and conduct all mandatory safety checks (including prepping for weekends)
• Ensure that food events, programs, and activities begin, transition, and end on time.
• Responsible for training team members and volunteers in food safety protocol and kitchen usage.
• Attend meetings as they pertain to food insecurity programs.
• Assist Kroc Center team with accurate and detailed work order and incident reports, as well as policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• Must have a “California Food Manager’s” certification.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR) and driver’s test.
• Must have excellent customer service skills in-person, over the phone, and through digital communication.
• Must be able to lead and train team members and volunteers in food service and safety protocols.
• Must be computer literate with proficient typing skills and the ability to use new software programs with basic training.
• Able to perform job functions with a proactive mindset, good organization, attention to detail, fine judgement, speed, accuracy, and poise.
• Self-motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, and able to maintain a self-directed schedule.
• Must be comfortable and knowledgeable in engaging with a multi-cultural guest base.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Arabic, Cantonese/Mandarin, or Vietnamese (preferred)
• Complete Salvation Army assigned training and keep current as needed.