Kitchen Manager

POSITION TITLE : Kitchen Manager - Unity House LOCATION : Louisville, KY STATUS : Full Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt PROGRAM : VOA Home REPORTS TO : Program Manager INTRODUCTION : Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization spanning four states that creates positive change in the lives of individuals and communities through a ministry of service. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors.We provide care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, healing accountability that brings people together with restorative justice, and free HIV testing and education.When Volunteers of America was founded in 1896, "volunteer" referred to anyone who served others as a vocation through a commitment to a mission. Today, we are still staffed by paid, mission-driven professionals working to create positive change and build thriving communities.Flexibility, teamwork, and fun are some of the reasons our employees are proud to work at VOA!We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees who meet eligibility requirements. BENEFITS : Volunteers of America Mid-States, offers a rich and robust benefits package the supports a healthy work life balance, which include the following : Health and Wellness Employee Assistance Plans (EAP) Health and Wellness Program Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Flexible Spending Account Health Spending Account Short Term Disability MetLife Legal Plans Financial Wellbeing Competitive Compensation Packages Life Insurance (company paid) 403b retirement plan with company fund matching Employee discounts

• Loan forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Corp & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
• All company paid benefits and paid time off effective day one Work Culture Commitment Committee Justice Committee Integrity Committee Compassion Committee Retention Committee JOB SUMMARY : The Kitchen Manager plans and prepares food / menus, orders food and supplies, supervises other kitchen personnel, and schedules / coordinates kitchen activities. The Kitchen Manager also : Ensures that the programs are operating within budget. Ensures that the programs are serving nutritional meals to participants and participating in the Child Nutrition Program with the state. Ensures compliance with licensure and other regulatory agencies as pertains to food service and nutritional requirements. Models agency core values of integrity, compassion, commitment & justice to all internal and external contacts. WHAT YOU MUST HAVE : This position requires a high school diploma, GED or equivalent and related experience in food preparation and service. Associates in culinary arts preferred. Ability to coordinate purchases based on program needs; ability to effectively communicate with staff, vendors and volunteers; ability to maintain accurate records; ability to recruit, hire, train, motivate and evaluate staff; ability to operate within a budget. Must learn and apply agency personnel policies and procedures; Health Department and USDA regulations; and appropriate federal, state and local regulations. Must have valid KY Driver License- with satisfactory driving record; Must have the ability to be CPR / First Aid certified, upon 30 days of employment; successfully pass a Criminal Background Check and Sex Offender Registry Check RESPONSIBILITES : 1. Preparing nutritional menus and meals for Unity House. 2. Control inventory and budget. 3. Order all food and non-food supplies for the kitchen. 4. Ensure food storage complies with state, federal and / or local regulations. 5. Monitors climate control on all refrigerated and / or freezer units. 6. Maintain food service standards for the program 7. Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen and cafeteria areas. 8. Coordinates and assists with all special events. 9. Supervises performance of work activities by cooking staff, interns and clients. 10. Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of purchase and distribution. 11. With the assistance of the Program Manager, hires, trains, motivates, evaluates, and directs staff. 12. Completes required paperwork, and all internal / external reports. 13. Develops relationships with food service employers in order to assist in the job placement of our clients. 14. Facilitates nutritional life skills class with the clients. 15. All other duties as assigned. 16. Perform other duties as assigned. 17. Maintain a current CPR and First Aid certificate 18. Ensure that staff / clients have sufficient supplies. 19. Deals with incidents of low performance Kitchen staff as outlined in agency policy and procedures. 20. Other duties as designated We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.