Shelter Food Service

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PROGRAM : ESG, United Way, HOME ARP, County ARP

STATEMENT OF THE JOB :
Under the overall supervision of the Executive Director and the direct supervision of the Shelter Manager. Perform related duties to assure compliance in nutrition and food service areas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Always maintain a professional attitude with staff, volunteers, and clients.
• Responsible for daily preparation of all meals, including and clean-up of dishes and utensils.
• Maintain an organized and sanitary kitchen, including proper storage of food and supplies.
• Complete accurate nutrition reports, such as but not limited to menu records, temperature logs, etc.
• Document and maintain accurate records of inventory including food received, donations, use dates and food service utensil count.
• Place food orders through a designated food vendor. Submit requisitions for approval when necessary to purchase items from other sources.
• Obtaining and maintaining the Serv Safe Food Manager Certification.
• Responsible for wearing “Non-skid footwear” while working in the kitchen.” Cut‑resistant gloves must be worn when using cutting tools, knives, etc. in the kitchen.
• Assist in obtaining and documenting In‑Kind (Non‑Federal Match) for community activities.
• Responsible for data management in designated nutrition and food service areas.
• Assist in the avoidance or appearance of fraud relating to nutrition and food service.

• Respect confidentiality in all aspects of the Shelter’s program.
• Participate in all training designed for professional development.
• Able to handle stress, tension and exasperation that contact with many adults may bring every day.
• Perform other job‑related duties as necessary for the overall operation of the program.

Currently budgeted for 12 months per year.

Hours: 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm Monday - Friday

Pay: $15.00/hr.

Employer Paid Benefits (for Full-Time eligible staff): 12 paid annual leave & 12 paid sick days per year;
Employer provided life insurance, medical insurance supplement, education assistance, employee assistance program, 401K with match, and more!