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Soup Kitchen Coordinator/Cook

Part-time

The Salvation Army

Peekskill, NYPart-time$16.5/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$16.5/hr
Location
Peekskill, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Job overview

The Salvation Army is hiring a Soup Kitchen Coordinator/Cook. The Salvation Army is seeking a Soup Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations and food programs. The role includes supervising food preparation and cooking, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety and cleanliness standards while managing kitchen staff to deliver quality meals on time.

Key focus areas include Follow proper hand washing, PPE, and food handling policies at all times, Orient, supervise, train, schedule, and delegate assignments to volunteers, and Maintain sanitary conditions in accordance with State of NY Public Health regulations.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Human Services, Equivalent Education And Experience, and NYS Drivers License. Important skills include Proper Hand Washing, PPE, Food Handling Policies, Volunteer Supervision, Volunteer Training, and Volunteer Scheduling. Preferred (not required): Intake Assessments, Case Management, Counseling, and Advocacy.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Proper Hand WashingPPEFood Handling PoliciesVolunteer SupervisionVolunteer TrainingVolunteer SchedulingDelegation of AssignmentsSanitary Conditions MaintenanceKitchen Staff ManagementFood Order CoordinationFood Prep SupervisionCooking SupervisionFood Plating CheckTemperature CheckPortion Size EstablishmentKitchen Appliance MaintenanceSafe Appliance OperationFood Supply OrderingKitchen Equipment OrderingKitchen Staff TrainingFood Plating TechniquesFood Product StorageSanitation Standards MaintenanceSafety Standards MaintenanceDonated Food SortingOutdated/Damaged Item DiscardingMenu PlanningIngredient OrderingWide Range of RecipesClient InteractionLarge Crowd InteractionProfessionalismConfidentialityTeam ManagementFast-Paced Work EnvironmentFood Handler's HygieneGood Hygiene PracticeLearning New TasksFollowing InstructionIndependent WorkCollaborationKitchen Sanitation RegulationsKitchen Safety RegulationsOrganizational SkillsConflict ManagementResponsibilityRespectfulnessPositive Role ModelIntake AssessmentsCase ManagementCounselingAdvocacyReferralsHome VisitsCultural CompetenceTime ManagementWord ProcessingDatabase EntryInternetHand WashingPPE UsageSchedulingTrainingFood OrderingRecipe KnowledgeFood PlatingTemperature MonitoringPortion ControlInventory ManagementSanitation ComplianceFood License ManagementCustomer ServiceHygiene PracticesPositive Role Modeling

Qualifications

Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Manager or Head Chef ExperienceMenu Planning and Ingredient Ordering ExperienceHigh School DiplomaCulinary School Certification or Restaurant Management DegreePositive Work HistoryReliable TransportationAbility to Stand for Long PeriodsAbility to Lift 50 Lbs

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Soup Kitchen Coordinator/Cook

Job Locations US-NY-Peekskill

Job ID

2025-14003

Category

Food Services

Compensation

Salary is $16.50/HR

Type

Regular Part-Time

Overview

We are looking for a Soup Kitchen Manager to be responsible for the daily operation of The Salvation Army Soup Kitchen. Kitchen Manager responsibilities include the oversight of daily kitchen operations and food programs; supervising the food prep and cooking; maintaining a fully stocked kitchen inventory; and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, you should be able to manage our kitchen staff and guide them to deliver quality food on time. Ultimately, you will ensure all meals are properly cooked and served, and ensure our participants have a pleasant dining experience.

Responsibilities

  • Must follow proper hand washing, PPE, and food handling policies at all times.

  • Orientation, supervision, training, scheduling and delegation of assignments to volunteers

  • Maintain sanitary conditions in accordance with State of NY Public Health regulations

  • Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders

  • Supervise food prep and cooking

  • Check food plating and temperature

  • Establish portion sizes

  • Obtain and maintain appropriate city and state food licenses

  • Maintain kitchen appliances and ensure safe operation of same

  • Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed

  • Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques

  • Store food products in compliance with safety practices (e.g. in refrigerators)

  • Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area

  • Sort all donated food, checking for and discarding outdated/damaged items

Qualifications

  • Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Manager (https://resources.workable.com/restaurant-manager-job-description) or Head Chef (https://resources.workable.com/head-chef-job-description)

  • Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients

  • Knowledge of a wide range of recipes

  • Comfortable working directly with clients and large crowds

  • Professional and able to keep confidentiality

  • Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment

  • Able to understand food handler’s hygiene and practice good hygiene.

  • Able to learn new tasks and follow instruction.

  • Able to work independently as well as with a team effectively.

  • Able to stand for long periods of time.

  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations

  • Excellent organizational skills and conflict management abilities

  • Certification from a culinary school or degree in Restaurant Management is a plus

  • Candidate must have a high school diploma.

  • Must have a positive work history and reliable transportation.

  • Must be responsible, respectful, and positive role model

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