Employment

Head Chef & Kitchen Manager

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Reports To: Executive Director

Compensation:

Status: Part-time 20-25 hours, non-exempt

Purpose: The Head Cook at the Little Compton Community Center oversees the operation and implementation of the Senior Lunch Program.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Develop a monthly menu to provide the community of Little Compton well balanced meals every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, in addition to special occasions as needed (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Summer Concert Series in annually August etc)

  • Execute the preparation of all meals, including the procurement of groceries and paper products as required, in an efficient and cost effective manner

  • Supervise staff and volunteers as required

  • Maintain food safety certification and food logs as required by the Rhode Island Department of Health

  • Maintain log of allergies and food restrictions, and adapt meals as needed

  • Maintain log of special occasions for constituents (birthdays, anniversaries) and provide recognition as appropriate

  • Make use of donated items wherever possible/allowable, rotate stock accordingly

  • Ensure grant requirements are being met regarding collaboration with the After School Care Program

  • Launder dish towels once/week

  • Foster a joyful and upbeat atmosphere

  • Pay is commensurate with experience

Requirements:

  • Food safety certification

  • Excellent written and verbal communication

  • Work well in a team-oriented environment and ability to work independently, managing multiple priorities

  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines

  • Commitment to serving the needs of those in our community

  • Proven experience working with time sensitive material and the ability to constantly establish priorities and meet multiple deadlines

  • High level of proficiency in Google Suite or willingness to learn

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • Day shift

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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