Food Program Coordinator

Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage programs that address food insecurity, nutrition education, and cooking.
• Maintain food inventory, manage budget, monthly statistics, and menu creation for Kroc Center programs that involve food.
• Oversee Kroc Center kitchen (all appliances, safety signs, and all cleaning and cooking materials).
• Greet and engage guests ensuring they feel welcomed and have a positive experience.
• Maintain Kroc Center food initiatives that address the needs of the community and guest base.
• Collaborate with food banks and oversee onsite food pantry and storages.
• Provide food preparation and service for Kroc Center Programs, Events and Rentals.
• Drive, pick-up, sort, store, and distribute food donations.
• Maintain cleanliness of facility and conduct all mandatory safety checks (including prepping for weekends).
• Ensure that food events, programs, and activities begin, transition, and end on time.
• Responsible for training team members and volunteers in food safety protocol and kitchen usage.
• Attend meetings as they pertain to food insecurity programs.
• Aid Kroc Center team with accurate and detailed work order and incident reports, as well as policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications & Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
  • Must have a “California Food Manager’s” certification.
  • Must have a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR) and driver’s test.
  • Must have excellent customer service skills in-person, over the phone, and through digital communication.
  • Must be able to lead and train team members and volunteers in food service and safety protocols.
  • Must be computer literate with proficient typing skills and the ability to use new software programs with basic training.
  • Able to perform job functions with a proactive mindset, good organization, attention to detail, fine judgement, speed, accuracy, and poise.
  • Self-motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, and able to maintain a self-directed schedule.
  • Must be comfortable and knowledgeable in engaging with a multi-cultural guest base.
  • Bilingual in Spanish, Arabic, Cantonese/Mandarin, or Vietnamese (preferred)
  • Complete Salvation Army assigned training and keep current as needed.