Kitchen Supervisor

Kitchen SupervisorW Hamilton Ave - State College, PA 16801OverviewSalary Range $16.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time Category Restaurant - Food ServiceDescriptionKitchen SupervisorThe Good Day CafePart-time Pay rate $16.00+ per hour based on experienceReady to work for an organization that has devoted 50+ years to empowering individuals and enriching the lives of people with disabilities? We are still growing, and our employment needs are expanding! Join our team to support us in this journey.We are seeking a part-time Cafe Kitchen Supervisor for our coffee shop.The successful candidate will possess high energy with Kitchen and/or Supervisory experience as well as some experience with individuals with disabilities preferred. Excellent coaching and interpersonal skills are required. Attention to detail is a must as well as the ability to multitask with frequent interruptions. Must work well as a team with Cafe Manager and other leadership at Strawberry Fields, Inc. Inspire and motivate staff to build a positive working environment.Job duties include baking, job coaching, and possessing the versatility to step into different roles as needed. This individual should be a self-starter that works well with a team and has a willingness to support the needs of our staff of varied abilities.Cafe hours are Monday through Friday 7:30am-3pm, Saturdays 8am-2pm, closed Sundays. Part-time is working up to 25 hours per week. Schedule will include opening shifts as early as 6am, closing shifts as late as 5pm, along with rotating weekends.Benefits50% off food item and one free drink each shiftEmployee engagement eventsEmployee referral bonusTuition assistancePaid trainingAbout the CafeThe Good Day Cafe is a non-profit social enterprise employing people with disabilities in an integrated atmosphere. Employees with varying abilities will work together with the common goal of serving exceptional coffee and food to the State College Community. This shop serves more than coffee; we empower and enrich lives.Job SummaryBe committed to providing great customer service, adding to a positive working environment, and serving great drinks and foodMulti-task and remain calm during times of high volumeSupport your team, mentor and coach less-experienced teammates, and understand your ever-present ability to improve in this position and as a team memberKitchen Supervisor ResponsibilitiesEnsure the safety, cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen by utilizing ServSafe guidelines and performing daily product spot checksWork directly with the Cafe Manager and the Social Enterprise Supervisor to grow the reach and the mission of Good Day CafeOversee the kitchen staff while maintaining safety precautions, make sure FIFO are followedMonitor cooking and chill temperatures; also, monitor product expiration dates and maintain a food waste logManage people and oversee production in Back of the HouseAttend/Complete training when required/offered such as ServSafeProvide various support to all Front of the House and Back of the House staff during shifts, as neededDevelop and organize Back of the House through efficiency, cleaning, maintenance, equipment care, and ordering and receivingDeal directly with Front of the House to resolve any issuesRecord inventory following FIFO inventory methodWork with leadership team to create/update menu, pastry and catering itemsProvide catering services for functions at multiple off-site locations and assist with deliveries as needed. Participate in the development and growth of our outreach programs, catering, bottled latte wholesale program and food truckAssist and coach employees as neededHelp to foster a fun and positive working environmentPhysical demandAbility to exert light to moderate physical activity as it relates to lifting, walking, standing for long periods of time, taking out trash and recycling, transporting catering orders, repetitive stooping and bending to access ingredients.Minimum QualificationsMust have access to own transportation (i.e., walking, biking, bus, or vehicle)Must have a PA driver's license for a minimum of 3 years.Customer service experience plus previous experience in food service is highly desirableExperience with individuals with disabilities preferredCriminal background check requiredProfessional and Personal references requiredMust have strong interpersonal skills, be able to work as part of a team, and to build relationships with consumers, staff, families, and the communityOne-year commitment preferredJoin Our Dynamic Team and Empower Individuals and Enrich Lives!United Way Partner AgencyEqual Opportunity Employer