Kitchen Supervisor

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services (for women), Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Archdiocesan Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Services.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our Mission of extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded. We accomplish this through:

• Employer sponsored training

• Culture of Trauma-Informed Care

• Generous compensation and benefits package.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

SUMMARY

Plans, prepares and oversees the preparation, production and serving of the daily meals at Marisol Homes. Responsible for daily menu planning while working within annual food budget. Ensures that residents, volunteers, staff and interns receive appropriate training in all food preparation while adhering to health, safety and hygiene standards. Reports to Food Services Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements program objectives while overseeing kitchen staff and kitchen volunteers. Sets schedules for kitchen staff and coordinates volunteer needs.

• Follows food related budget for Marisol Homes and reports financial information as required. Reviews financials monthly and reports required data with consistency.

• Makes maintenance requests as needed and works within the facility budget for repairs and purchasing.

• Creates menus in a required timeframe to meet client and grant needs.

• Ensures appropriate levels of inventory, including food, kitchen and janitorial supplies.

• Works with warehouse in utilizing approved donations as budget supplementation for menus.

• Writes and oversees labor schedule for kitchen.

• Oversees grant audits and enforces the guidelines of the CDPHE-CACFP (Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Child and Adult Care Food Program) including ensuring proper handling of food and turning in claims in accordance to the Program guidelines in a timely manner.

• Manages storage of food products and other materials necessary to the food service operations, ensuring they are safely and appropriately stored.

• Prepares, plans and executes menus for special events hosted by the agency.

• Monitors that all sanitation and safety standards are routinely practiced in the kitchen in all aspects of food production and preparation.

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Agency’s values and policies, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems

• Supervises the kitchen skills intern training program, with emphasis on instructing residents on basic food preparation in a commercial food production environment.

• Monitors costing of needed raw materials.

• Monitors portion control, waste and maintains appropriate levels of needed inventory.

• Signs up residents for the Chore Program as available.

• Oversees volunteers in food services tasks.

• Completes necessary administrative duties (paperwork, etc.) timely and accurately.

• Supports, promotes and adheres to Catholic Charities’ vision, mission, values and Code of Ethics.

• Reflects Catholic Charities’ commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.

• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery.

• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.

• Regular and predictable attendance.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Good steward of Agency human, financial and capital resources

• Provides support to the operations department within reason to kitchen responsibilities.

• Participates effectively as a team member through communication, cooperation, information sharing and problem solving.

• Participates in staff trainings and programs as required.

• Any other tasks or duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An equivalent of four years related managerial kitchen experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Supervision and kitchen management experience in institutional and/or restaurant setting.

• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial food preparation, production sanitation and safety standards.

• Demonstrated ability to safely use commercial grade kitchen equipment

• Ability to effectively lead and motivate staff through application of Agency values

• The ability to function independently and maintain self-sufficiency with minimal supervision.

• Express excellent interpersonal communication skills, flexibility and willingness to shift priorities as needed.

• Basic computer skills in Microsoft office suite for budgeting, menu creation, and general communications

• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.

• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary: Starting at $16-$17/hour (DOE) with increases commensurate with experience & education.

Schedule: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week.

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off including 9 Paid Holidays annually (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing yearly) promoting work life balance.

• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.

• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.

• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

**Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace.

We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

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