Kitchen Manager

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Kitchen Manager Samaritan House

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 Manager Samaritan House at Catholic Charities: 

• Responsible for written weekly menu approval consistent with CACFP guidelines for all shelters and Early Childhood Education. Assures variety on a regular basis for planned meals by donation usage superseding the written menu when donations are available.
• Responsible for hiring and the training of kitchen personnel under KM’s direct supervision.
• Responsible for training supervisors in menu writing, food safety policies, donation usage, purchased product usage, team development, schedule writing, staff hiring and all operational procedures within the kitchen.
• Holds regular scheduled meetings with department and supervisors consistent with the program and facility standards.
• Oversees supervisors for new staff onboarding within the department and staff development within the Denver shelters kitchen operations.
• Responsible for all food and janitorial supply purchases within the kitchen operation. Assures spending within the program’s fiscal year budget and reports spending updates when needed.
• Responsible for paying ALL food and kitchen maintenance invoices.
• Solicits in-kind food donations for prepared foods and unprepared food within the community adhering to all food safety standards.
• Responsible for menu creation, food production and setup for any special catered events.
• Responsible for labor budget in kitchen operations consistent with fiscal budget.
• Oversees state grant budget for the Children’s Breakfast Program. Conducts Catholic Charities CACFP Audits and inspections including Greeley and Ft Collins grant funded programs.
• Responsible for reviewing all food donations that are available at Food Bank of the Rockies daily and determining what the kitchen team can utilize. Making the food bank orders and arranging pickups/delivery with the catering/warehouse teams.
• Oversees food safety training program within the Denver City and County guidelines.
• Works with the Denver Health officials to maintain a high standard of food safety.
• Works with volunteer coordinator on all volunteer activities within all food service areas. Works with food services volunteer coordinators in establishing excellent volunteer relationships. Train’s supervisors to engage volunteerism within the kitchen operations labor needs.
• Responsible for attending quarterly Town Hall meetings at the shelters. Following up and addressing any issues that are identified during the meetings or sent in through the HESK system.
• Responsible for the menu creations, food production and setup for special catering events which include but are not limited to: board meetings, Summer shelter BBQs and donor lunches.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Five years institutional and or restaurant experience.
• Good working knowledge of all food preparation, commercial grade kitchen equipment and production standards including sanitation safety standards.
• 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.
• Computer skills.
• 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.
• CACFP Certification
• 2 years’ experience or equivalent in grant funded food programs

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate degree (AA) or certificate in food service/nutrition or related from an accredited university; and one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary: $65,000-$70,000 per year. 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. 
• 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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