Kitchen Manager

Recruiting Opportunity Closes:  05.08.2025

Hourly Wage: $22.00 - $24.00 DOE

Hours Per Week: 40

Status:  Non-Exempt / Full Time

Number of Positions:  1

Department:  West Women’s and Children’s Shelter (Domestic Violence Program)

Position Title:  Kitchen Manager/Emergency Shelter

 

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

West Women’s Mission Statement:

We create a safe nurturing environment for survivors to realize their potential for healing and growth as we work together to end domestic violence.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to:    Kitchen Manager

To apply in person go to 30 SW 2nd Ave., Portland, Oregon 97204.  Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Barbara Dupaix at barbara.dupaix@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (503) 731-3910.  Ms. Dupaix is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Food Service Coordinator is responsible for preparing and serving resident meals; supervision of the operation and maintenance of all kitchen equipment; supervision of resident chores in the kitchen and dining room.  Responsible for maintaining the kitchen, dining room and food storage areas to be in compliance with current Oregon Health Department standards.  Also supervise volunteers assigned to the kitchen or food storage areas.  Deal professionally and appropriately with program participants and donors, plan daily meals, maintain records, and prepare food for regular meals and special events.  Any special or unusual concern is to be brought to the immediate attention of the supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None – Potentially Volunteers on Occasion in kitchen, dining, and food storage areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintain ongoing professional relationships in all interpersonal contacts and relay all pertinent information concerning program participants to appropriate staff members.
2. Daily involvement of impersonal and professionally sensitive matters which require maintaining absolute confidentiality with participants.
3. Keep track of necessary kitchen and dining room operational and cleaning supplies.
4. Provide breakfast food for Graveyard shift to set out for residents.
5. Prepare lunch and evening meals.
6. Prepare and track food boxes when necessary.
7. Provide food options that can be utilized by staff for weekend meals.
8. Dispose of Expired foods.
9. Assist in managing food program participation from churches, service clubs, businesses, and individuals.
10. Maintain the rule that no food, supplies, or material will be distributed outside the facility without prior approval from Administration.
11. Uses strength-based perspective in all interactions with program participants and staff.
12. Assist in providing food for special events, such as birthdays, meetings, tours, etc.
13. Supervise food program volunteers during scheduled work shifts.
14. Develop a Weekly Food Plan as needed.
15. Maintain food inventories.
16. Must obtain Multnomah County Food Handler’s Certificate and keep certificate current.
17. Assist in providing confidentiality and privacy training for staff and volunteers that help in the kitchen.
18. Attend all staff meetings as assigned.
19. Relay all pertinent concerns about residents to supervisor, Director, or appropria