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Kitchen Operations Manager (Newburgh Corps)

The Salvation Army

Newburgh, NYFull-time$19/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$19/hr
Location
Newburgh, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Job overview

The Salvation Army is hiring a Kitchen Operations Manager (Newburgh Corps). The Kitchen Operations Manager oversees the food service program, collaborating with Corps Officers to plan menus and prepare nutritious meals for Soup Kitchen clients, while ensuring clean, sanitized kitchen and dining areas, managing inventory, equipment, and coordinating volunteers to meet safety standards.

Key focus areas include Operate food service program under direction of Corps Commanding Officers, Collaborate with Corps Officers to plan menus and address meal requirements, and Prepare and serve lunch for Soup Kitchen.

Successful candidates bring Valid Driver's License and High School Diploma Or Equivalent. Important skills include Heavy Lifting, Working Knowledge Of Tools, Building Maintenance, Communication, Customer Service, and Supervisory Skills. Preferred (not required): Cleaning Services, Indoor Maintenance, Outdoor Maintenance, and Empty Trash.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Heavy LiftingWorking Knowledge of ToolsBuilding MaintenanceCleaning ServicesIndoor MaintenanceOutdoor MaintenanceEmpty TrashSweep FloorsMop FloorsWash GlassDust TablesWash TablesClean Kitchen AreaClean Restroom FixturesClean Restroom FloorsClean Restroom PartitionsDisinfect Restroom FloorsReplace Paper SuppliesDeodorize RestroomsOrder Janitorial SuppliesStrip FloorsWax FloorsBuff FloorsVacuum CarpetsSet Up RoomsMaintain LightsMinor RepairsLight Bulb ChangePaintingRemove SnowSaltStackMaintain VehiclesDrivingPolice Outside GroundsMaintain LawnCommunicationCustomer ServiceSupervisory SkillsRead and Interpret Income and Expense ReportsMenu PlanningMeal PreparationKitchen SanitationInventory ManagementEquipment MaintenanceVolunteer CoordinationFood Donation HandlingFood Service Program OperationFood RotationTemperature MonitoringFood StorageStockroom OrganizationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsGuest Service SkillsReadingWritingEnglish CommunicationSelf-MotivatedSelf-DirectedMaintenance SkillsCleaning SkillsFood InventoryFood PlanningFood PrepOSHA Requirements KnowledgeDepartment of Health Regulations KnowledgeVolunteer ManagementBilingual English Spanish

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Trade School for Cooking ApprenticeshipExperience in Fast-Paced Kitchen EnvironmentCommitment to the Salvation Army Mission3+ Years Soup Kitchen ExperienceAble to Lift and Carry 50 Pounds FrequentlyAble to Stand for Long PeriodsFunction Effectively With Minimal Supervision

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Kitchen Operations Manager (Newburgh Corps)

Job Locations US-NY-Newburgh

Job ID

2025-13830

Category

Food Services

Compensation

Salary is $19.00/HR

Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

The Kitchen Operations Manager oversees the food service program, collaborating with Corps Officers to plan menus and prepare nutritious meals for Soup Kitchen clients. They ensure the kitchen and dining areas are clean and sanitized, manage food and supplies inventory, and maintain all kitchen equipment. Additionally, they coordinate with volunteers to meet sanitation and safety standards, handle food donations, and perform various tasks as directed by the Commanding Officers

Responsibilities

  • Operate the food service program under the direction of the Corps Commanding Officers.

  • Collaborate with Corps Officers to plan menus and address meal requirements.

  • Prepare and serve lunch for Soup Kitchen

  • Ensure meals are both appealing and nutritious.

  • Clean and sanitize prep and cook areas, serving areas, and dining room, including mopping the entire kitchen.

  • Coordinate with kitchen volunteers to meet state sanitation, safety, and nutritional standards (proper attire is mandatory as per Board of Health and DSCA regulations).

  • Complete all tasks within the workday.

  • Manage food and supplies inventory, ensuring proper rotation.

  • Maintain cleanliness and functionality of all kitchen equipment, including refrigerators, freezers, range, dishwasher, sinks, cupboards, and utensils.

  • Monitor and record the temperatures of served foods daily.

  • Receive, inspect, date, and store food and supplies appropriately.

  • Dispose of kitchen garbage in designated covered receptacles.

  • Notify Corps Officers of any needed repairs or replacements of kitchen equipment and utensils.

  • Keep stockrooms clean and organized.

  • Ensure all supplies needed for the next day are ready and accessible before leaving work.

  • Perform additional assignments as directed by the Commanding Officers.

  • The Salvation Army reserves the right to modify, delete, or add to this job description.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma / Complete Trade School for Cooking Apprenticeship

  • Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is required.

  • Must have appreciation and commitment to the mission and ministry of The Salvation Army

  • Strong Interpersonal and organizational skills

  • At least 3 years of experience in a “soup kitchen” environment

  • Supervisory Skills

  • Good guest service skills

  • Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds frequently throughout the shift.

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

  • Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. (Preferred a Bilingual English Spanish)

  • Self-motivated and directed.

  • Must be able to function effectively with minimal supervision.

  • Maintenance and cleaning skills

  • Able to do Food inventory, planning and prep.

  • Knowledge of OSHA requirements

  • Knowledge of Department of Health regulations

  • Ability to manage and motivate volunteers’ workers.

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