Food Services Coordinator I

About the role

Lifemoves is a leading provider of housing and services for those experiencing homelessness in Silicon Valley. Our mission is to end homelessness by offering interim housing, supportive services, and fostering collaborative partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between food services and community partners/volunteers to create a structured meal plan for clients daily.
• Aid cooks in preparing balanced meals, as directed.
• Participate in menu planning to support the dietary intake and special meal accommodations of clients.
• Implement composting practices within the organization to minimize food waste.
• Drive a truck or van to deliver food and supplies; may maintain basic records related to vehicle use such as gas/mileage and service reports.
• Create a healthy environment by serving clients during meal service to develop a better relationship with food.
• Coordinate and source food from local food banks, donors including corporations, restaurants, and faith-based groups.
• Source items from the local food bank to prep, cook, and distribute across all sites.
• Work independently and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Maintain compliance with all food and health agency related inspections.
• Complete monthly reporting of activities for the Second Harvest Food Bank and other partners.
• Clean items used in the kitchen such as dishes, pots, pans, containers, carts, and equipment.
• Clean facilities including sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing work areas such as floors, pantries and warehouse, and trucks; empty garbage cans.
• Occasionally assist in cooking.
• Assist with supplies and deliveries including signing for, bringing in, and/or storing items.
• Encourage clients to make use of programs like CalFresh, SNAP, WIC to access food.
• Assure the proper care and maintenance of vehicle.
• Contribute to the food service team by cross training for all positions.
• Attend and participate in training and other continuing education, career and professional development opportunities.
• Participate in general staff meetings, 1:1’s and other meetings and events planned by the Food Services Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in an institutional or commercial kitchen, including food preparation, food service, and cleaning of kitchen equipment and facilities.
• Ability to maintain food safety by following all food handling and sanitation guidelines.
• Proficient computer skills and overall comfort using technology.
• Professional experience in a food service or nutrition-related field.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to safely lift up to 30 pounds and meet the physical demands of the position.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check.
• Valid Food Handler Certification or ServSafe Manager Certification required.
• Valid driver's license and proof of current automobile liability insurance required.

Qualifications

• Job Knowledge: Understands job duties and performs tasks with accuracy.
• Commitment to Growth: Demonstrates a selfless commitment to others on the team, including activity-based dependability, self-improvement activities.
• Performance Improvement: Sets performance goals, establishes the approach, creates a learning environment.
• Time Management and Reliability: Manages workload effectively and meets deadlines.
• Proactive Collaboration: Actively seeks opportunities to partner with colleagues across teams and functions. Shares knowledge, communicates openly, and anticipates needs to support collective goals. Builds trust by contributing ideas, offering assistance, and ensuring alignment to achieve results together.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Account, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K, and more.

Compensation and Benefits

This rewarding role offers a competitive annual base salary and an opportunity to participate in the LifeMoves benefits package.