Food Services Coordinator

ABOUT US: LifeMoves is one of the largest and most effective providers of shelter and supportive services across Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Peninsula. As a results-driven organization, since 1987, our mission has been to provide interim housing and supportive services that create opportunities for homeless families and individuals to rapidly return to stable housing and long-term self-sufficiency. Our successful therapeutic service model combines clean, modern housing with intensive supportive services that promote dignity and motivate our clients to achieve autonomy. LifeMoves operates over 15 major sites from San Jose to Daly City.
CULTURE: LifeMoves staff are dedicated to serving our community. Diverse in background, outlook and life experience, our team addresses important social issues with passion and creativity. A culture of collaboration and innovation provides a thriving and successful environment for all. We foster personal growth through ongoing investment in the professional development of our staff. Together, we are committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and helping our clients achieve long-term self-sufficiency.
Position Summary: The Food Service Coordinator works with volunteers to serve hot breakfast and lunch to clients. The Coordinator does light cooking, food pick up from partners, and manages volunteers. This position will cross train with food service operations and will assist with other food service functions as needed.
Essential Functions:

• Frequent interaction and positive communication with community volunteers to serve hot breakfast and lunch 5 days a week.
• Frequent interaction and positive communication with clients who use LifeMoves services.
• Coordinate and pick up food from local donors including corporations, restaurants, and faith-based groups.
• Cook using food bank product and other donations to supplement the efforts of volunteers and donated prepared foods.
• Ensure all food donations are properly handled and stored.
• Participate in menu planning for nutritionally balanced meals.
• Adhere to program budget for food purchases.
• Oversee the inventory of food and supplies, including ordering and shopping at Second Harvest Food Bank and other established vendors.
• Maintain kitchen and food storage areas in compliance with all food and health agency related inspections. Serve as point person and communicate all updates on local food-related health and safety regulations, and participate in all food related inspections.
• Complete a monthly report of activities for the Second Harvest Food Bank and other partners.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Professional experience in food service a plus.
• Personal or professional experience working with the homeless or with mental health clients a plus.
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, ideas and practices that promote diversity, equity and inclusion
• Ability to work as part of a team to meet food service team goals.
• Ability to complete food safety training and testing.
• Proficiency in internet research and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must hold a current driver's license and proof of liability insurance.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds safely.
• Must be able to pass background check
• Must be able to problem solve independently and work as a team member.
• Must be flexible, prompt and reliable.

Physical Activity Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and taste or smell
• The employee is required to walk and sit frequently. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

We have a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Account, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K, etc.
To learn more about our non-profit organization, check out our website at www.lifemoves.org
LifeMoves is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Location: 181 Constitution Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Job Type: Full-time