Culinary Supervisor & Trainer

Mel Trotter Ministries is a faith-based nonprofit organization committed to providing safe shelter and supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness. We work to create a structured respectful environment where each person is treated with dignity and care.

Our approach is rooted in compassion consistency and accountability with a focus on meeting immediate needs while supporting long-term stability. Through collaboration and a shared sense of purpose our team works each day to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

As Culinary Supervisor & Trainer your leadership helps ensure every meal served supports dignity stability and a safe structured environment for our guests.

You will oversee food production and meal planning keep daily kitchen operations running smoothly and coordinate the setup service and cleanup for special food service events at MTM. Youll develop healthy well-balanced menus and train the Culinary Services team to prepare and serve meals in alignment with Mel Trotter food service standards. Youll also maintain a clean well-functioning kitchen by monitoring equipment readiness and consistently meeting health and safety addition you will train and supervise MTM program guests participating in the job training program.

Qualifications:
- 5 years in a similar culinary role
- High-volume food production experience
- Managerial experience preferred
- Culinary arts degree preferred
- ServSafe certification preferred

Youll start by reviewing the days menu and production plan then move through prep with a steady safety-first rhythm. As service approaches youll check that stations are ready and standards are being followed stepping in to coach in the moment. Special event days add coordination and pacingmaking sure guests and staff know the flow from setup to final cleanup. Throughout the day youll keep an eye on sanitation details temperature logs and equipment needs closing out by resetting the kitchen for the next meal and ensuring trainees leave with clear feedback and practical skills they can build on.

If youre ready to lead with excellence and purpose we invite you to apply.

Required Experience:

Manager