Kitchen Coordinator

Position Summary

We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Kitchen Coordinator to lead our Tuesday evening dinner program with passion and precision. In this role, you will oversee kitchen activities such as meal planning, coordination, and preparation. Your leadership will engage a small team of volunteers, local businesses and organizations for assistance in guest service (approximately 60-80 each week). If you thrive in a community setting, possess strong culinary and management skills, and are committed to excellence, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Community Engagement

Kitchen Coordinator should work to build relationships within Harvey County to promote Peace Connections to individuals, businesses, and organizations for awareness, financial support, and volunteer recruitment. This engagement ensures sustainability and effectively utilizes community resources.

Supervision / Reporting

The Kitchen Coordinator will engage and monitor volunteers during meal preparation and service times. Kitchen Coordinator will report directly to the Program Coordinator any concerns or requests. Additionally, the Kitchen Coordinator will follow and support reporting guidelines for all volunteers.

Duties & Skills

• Oversight of a small group of volunteers
• Coordinate and prepare for communal meals
• Manage kitchen activities, enforce food safety standards and sanitation protocols in compliance with health regulations
• Manage inventory and purchasing to maintain optimal stock without waste
• Flexible thinking and versatility
• Occasional speaking engagements, and solicitation of donations

Key Qualities

• Experience working with underserved and diverse populations in community settings
• Experience in a kitchen, menu planning, food preparation
• Availability to work on Tuesday evenings
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Effectively manage time, able to work independently, as well as alongside staff and community partners
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations without escalation, respond promptly to needs; apply problem-solving skills and effective communication; solicit feedback to improve services, respond to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments and deadlines
• Driver's license required. Must have reliable transportation. Must be able to pass a background check.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, or crouch (or be adaptively mobile). The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 – 10.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Food provided

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person