Kitchen Manager

Who We Are

The Road Home was founded in 1923 and has been a leader in the endeavor to end homelessness for over 100 years. We provide low-barrier emergency shelters, supportive services, and housing-first-minded rental assistance that helps individuals and families step out of homelessness and back into the community. We are seeking compassionate and empathetic individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of others and their community. 

The Road Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our mission to help people experiencing homelessness is strengthened by a highly qualified team with a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.

We welcome applicants from all walks of life who share our passion for ending homelessness, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we can create a supportive environment where every voice is heard, and every person has the opportunity to succeed.

BENEFIT SUMMARY

The Road Home is a 501c3 non-profit social services agency whose mission is to help people step out of homelessness and back into our community.
Come be part of the solution.
We have a robust, reasonably-priced, and inclusive benefits plan for full and part-time employees (25-40 hours/week)

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• HSA, FSA, HRA (We reimburse part of your deductible!)
• Retirement Plan (403B with TRH contribution and match)
• FREE Life Insurance for employees
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 12 Public Holidays)
• One Floating Holiday Per Year
• Free Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Training & Development
• Tuition Assistance for a wide variety of classes!
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying agency

Job Summary 

The Road Home seeks employees that have a deep commitment to the mission of serving adults and families that are experiencing homelessness. The PARC Kitchen Manager will oversee and manage the kitchen and Kitchen Staff at Pamela Atkinson Resource Center.   

The PARC Kitchen Manager will assist in the operation of kitchen duties including assisting with food planning and preparation, ensuring proper food handling practices, and maintaining safe and sanitary conditions of the facilities and equipment.  

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions, so please still apply 

*Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. 

Location
Pamela Atkinson Resource Center
3380 S 1000 W, South Salt Lake, UT 84119

Reports to
Resource Center Director 

Position Status
Full-Time

Grade, Salary Rate
Grade 6, $18.90/hour

FLSA Status
Exempt

Shift
Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM
40 hours/week

Duties and Responsibilities  

1. Use technology to interview, hire, and retain kitchen staff. 
2. Supervises Kitchen Staff and creates kitchen staff schedules. 
3. Assists in developing menu plans in collaboration with delivered meals.  
4. Ensures meals are served at scheduled times each day.  
5. Collaborates with Volunteer Coordinator to provide the clear direction of food services and general overall operation of the kitchen with the kitchen volunteers and teach safe food handling practices. 
6. Trains all kitchen volunteers in duties related to the kitchen and to meet all cleanliness standards when performing food related tasks, teach safe food handling practices; ex: appropriate clothing and footwear, hairnets, gloves or aprons.  
7. Maintains/organizes kitchen, food storage locations, and all equipment to ensure all is in proper working order and to meet all Health Department standards.  
8. Coordinates, sorts and picks up all food order, delivers and donations, and ensures all adequate supplies are maintained for the kitchen. 
9. Completes and submits monthly inventory. 
10. Orders weekly inventory from Bishop’s Storehouse 
11. Assists in weekly deliveries 
12. Oversees food storage and food handling practices to maintain the kitchen and food service areas according to safe food handling regulations. 
13. Coordinates any kitchen maintenance needs, upkeep procedures, and works with both the Volunteer Coordinator and the Director for maintenance needs.  
14. Develops positive relationships with volunteers, guests, and agency staff. 
15.  Acts as a member of a cohesive team.  
16. Other duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience 

• High School Diploma or GED required. 
• Current Food Handlers Permit.  
• Experience working with diverse populations preferred. 
• Minimum one year supervisory experience preferred. 

Skills and Requirements 

1. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively. 
2. Ability to communicate effectively and handle difficult situations with professionalism, compassion and from a Trauma Informed Care perspective. 
3. Understanding of the Housing First philosophy. Willingness to have conversations with guests about housing.  
4. Good computer skills. 
5. Ability to supervise a team. 
6. Excellent team player. 
7. Ability to prioritize tasks and be flexible in responding to changes. 
8. Reliable and dependable, including attendance. 
9. Must attain the Food Protection Manager Certification within 90 days of employment .  
10. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable on the agency auto policy. 
11. Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen. 

Physical and Equipment Requirements 

• Ability to lift 50 pounds 
• Ability to stand and walk two or more hours at a time 
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment