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AM Kitchen Prep

Dublin, OH

$17 - $19/hr

... ovens in our kitchen. We make everything from scratch daily with fresh ingredients. Our AM ... Leadership opportunities to gain real-world management experience to help you reach your ...

Quotes Willowbrook Mall

Kitchen Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

Quotes Willowbrook is searching for a dedicated full-time Kitchen Manager to join our culinary team ... Sunday through Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM, and Thursday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to ...

Quotes Willowbrook Mall

Kitchen Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

Quotes Willowbrook is searching for a dedicated full-time Kitchen Manager to join our culinary team ... Sunday through Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM, and Thursday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to ...

Quotes Willowbrook Mall

Kitchen Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

Quotes Willowbrook is searching for a dedicated full-time Kitchen Manager to join our culinary team ... Sunday through Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM, and Thursday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to ...

WaterStreet, Ltd.

Kitchen Manager

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

Water Street Restaurants is actively seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to join our elite team ... Friday, 9 AM-4 PM at our Human Resources Office. All applicants should come prepared for an ...

WaterStreet, Ltd.

Kitchen Manager

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

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WaterStreet, Ltd.

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Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

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$70K - $80K/yr

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Kokoro Arvada

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Arvada, CO

$23 - $27/hr

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Harlem Children's Zone

Kitchen Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$55K - $61K/yr

The Kitchen Manager (Lead Cook) will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children's Zone ... Time: 6:30 AM- 2:30 PM Benefits As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a ...

Harlem Children's Zone

Kitchen Manager

New York, NY

$55K - $61K/yr

The Kitchen Manager (Lead Cook) will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children's Zone ... Time: 6:30 AM- 2:30 PM Benefits As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a ...

Harlem Children's Zone

Kitchen Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$55K - $61K/yr

The Kitchen Manager (Lead Cook) will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children's Zone ... Time: 6:30 AM- 2:30 PM Benefits As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a ...

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CredentialsFood safety certification, management experienceBasic culinary training, food safety certification
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role in a kitchen, overseeing staffHands-on cooking in a kitchen station
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesRestaurants, fast food outlets, catering
Search & Comparison IntentManagement responsibilities, career advancementCooking skills, entry-level position

The Am Kitchen Manager typically oversees kitchen operations, manages staff, and ensures quality standards, requiring management experience and certifications. In contrast, a Line Cook focuses on preparing food at specific stations, emphasizing culinary skills. Both roles are essential in the food service industry but differ in responsibilities and career levels.

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AM Kitchen Supervisor

AM Kitchen Supervisor

Catholic Charities of Denver

Denver, CO • On-site

$27/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.
AM Kitchen Supervisor- Samaritan House Denver
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, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.
Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend 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.
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.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
A Kitchen Supervisor at Catholic Charities:
  • Implements program objectives while overseeing kitchen staff and kitchen volunteers. Sets schedules for kitchen staff and coordinates volunteer needs.
  • Ensures a clean kitchen for the next shift. Assuring appliances, equipment, floors and dishes are cleaned and ready for the next shift to use.
  • Makes maintenance requests as needed for kitchen equipment.
  • Creates menus in a required timeframe to meet client and grant requirements.
  • Uses creativity and innovation in menu development and service delivery.
  • Ensures appropriate levels of inventory, including food, kitchen and janitorial supplies are maintained.
  • Works with warehouse in utilizing food donations as budget supplementation for menus.
  • Writes and oversees labor schedule for kitchen.
  • 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 safety techniques.
  • Manages storage of food products and other materials necessary to the food service operations, ensuring they are safely and appropriately stored and organized.
  • 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. Mitigate and food safety/audit violations dealing with the kitchen.
  • 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
  • Monitors costing of needed raw materials are within budget.
  • Monitors portion control, waste and maintains appropriate levels of needed inventory.
  • 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.
  • Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
  • Regular and predictable attendance.

Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
  • 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 menu creation, food ordering 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
An equivalent of four years related managerial kitchen experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
  • Obtain Serve Safe Certificate within 30 days of hire
  • Obtain CACFP training within 6 months of hire

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Salary: $27.00 per hour. Full Time.
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;
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:
  • Shift is Full Time
  • Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
  • 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is in included.)
  • Sabbatical Leave Program: Employees who have completed seven years of continuous full-time service are eligible for a paid sabbatical leave to support rest, renewal, and professional or personal growth. Eligible staff may take 4 weeks of sabbatical leave.
  • Sign on bonus of $500 after 30 days of successful employment in the Kitchen.
  • Retention bonus $500 every 6 months for all Kitchen employees in good standing.
  • 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
Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all
local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions
involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or
characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are
deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful
discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not
be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting,
hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,
compensation, and training.
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