Mt. Si Senior Center

Chef/Kitchen Manager

25 Hours Per Week (0.625 FTE), Non-exempt

$21.24-26.50 Hourly DOE 

POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
POSITION SUMMARY:  Reporting to the Executive Director, the Chef/Kitchen Manager manages an efficient kitchen, producing a diversity of menus and good, nutritional food for 20 to 60 people at lunch daily Monday through Friday. This person also produces a light breakfast two days a week for 5 to 15 people. The Chef’s primary responsibilities are to develop, plan, coordinate and evaluate menus, prepare meals that meet the nutritional needs of seniors in the community, operate a well-maintained commercial kitchen, and manage volunteer and paid staff. This position is primarily funded through grants to Mt. Si Senior Center.

This is a part-time position. The Chef /Kitchen Manager works 25 hours per week, typically between 8am and 1pm Monday through Friday. Occasionally earlier or later hours may be required. Additional hours may be required during the training period.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND

​RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Prepare and cook high quality meals. Determine food presentation and food production line to ensure meals are served on time.
  2. Prepare menus and meals relevant to a diverse clientele of adults age 50 and older, working with a dietician and within established standards.
  3. Obtain and maintain qualifications as a Certified Food Protection Manager.
  4. Ensure all supplies are ordered, stocked and properly stored. This includes all food items, dishes and utensils, cooking supplies, and any other item necessary for kitchen functioning. Work directly with sales representatives to order supplies.
  5. Ensure correct storage and disposal of food. Organize the freezer, storeroom and kitchen.
  6. Ensure the maintenance of kitchen equipment, report any breakdown, and coordinate with repair and maintenance companies.
  7. Supervise and train nutrition program volunteers involved in food preparation, serving and cleanup. Organize staffing rosters. Establish routine communications regarding service delivery and programmatic goals.
  8. Maintain kitchen safety and hygiene.
  9. Work within established budgets and assist in developing budgets, working through a budget approval process, working with the Executive Director.
  10. Adhere to all current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations along with the Center’s established policies, procedures and grant contracts. Implement new guidelines as required and train staff to ensure compliance.
  11. Serve as Person In Charge and Certified Food Protection Manager.
  12. Perform administrative duties such as completing forms, approving timesheets, written communications, and maintaining records.  
  13. Collaborate with programs staff to ensure lunch-time programming and special events are accommodated, thus ensuring the Center meets its programmatic goals.
  14. Work with prospective commercial kitchen renters to orient them to the kitchen.
  15. Assist with special events which require food, as directed.
  16. Other duties as necessary and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and attributes required.
  1. High school diploma or equivalent. Culinary Arts training preferred.
  2. Five or more years’ experience cooking in an institution or restaurant, involved in every aspect of meal preparation and with increasing responsibility for front and back of house.  Two years of chef experience is preferred.  Institutional experience is preferred.
  3. Ability to obtain a Certified Food Protection Manager certification within 60 days of employment.
  4. Knowledge of dietary procedures and experience in menu development and meal preparation.
  5. Knowledge of laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to food service operations.
  6. Ability to operate all kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
  7. Washington State Food Handler’s Certification and extensive knowledge of proper food handling techniques.
  8. Experience relating to diverse groups of people in a respectful manner regardless of their race, back-grounds, and lived experience (e.g., income, physical ability, education, language, etc.).
  9. Ability to respond to multiple demands in a courteous and effective manner. 
  10. Demonstrated ability to achieve results through leadership and collaboration.
  11. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Great verbal communication skills.
  12. Proficient with email and scheduling programs (i.e. Outlook) and online ordering (e.g. US Foods). Familiar with Microsoft Office products (i.e. Word, Excel). Ability to learn software as required.
  13. Ability to work flexible hours, some nights and weekends, occasionally.
  14. Ability to stand for long periods of time, handle exposure to extreme heat and cold and lift to 50 lbs.
  15. Ability to pass a background check.
  16. Have a valid Washington State Driver’s license and access to an insured and reliable vehicle.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Note:    All employees are subject to periodic Criminal History Background Checks.
 
Wages and Benefits: This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt position. We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and benefits package including paid vacation, and the opportunity to participate in our 401(k) plan. To learn more about us, please visit our websites at www.MtSiSeniorCenter.org.

 HOW TO APPLY:   IIf you are interested in applying for this position, please submit an application, cover letter, and wage requirements. A resume may also be submitted. Your application packet is to be emailed to [email protected] with the subject line: “MSSC Chef Position”.  
 
Qualified applicants will be contacted for our screening process and possible interview. No calls please.  
 
This position will remain open until we find the right person to become this dynamic member of our team.


ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:  Mt. Si Senior Center has been serving the needs of seniors in the upper Snoqualmie Valley as a 501(c)(3) since 1979. The Center enhances the quality of life for older adults in the Snoqualmie Valley by providing a comprehensive network of services including health and wellness checks, fitness classes, information and assistance, social and recreational opportunities, educational programs, volunteerism, housing, and transportation. We are proud of the work we do and have a passion for helping people. Become an integral part of our dynamic and growing organization.
 
Mt. Si Senior Center is an equal opportunity employer. The agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, socio-economic status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, age, religion or creed, disability, or political or sexual orientation. 

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