Food Program Coordinator

Reports to: Operations Manager

Position Overview:

The Food Program Coordinator position is currently a part-time (20 – 25hrs per week) non-exempt position. The position oversees all of Vintage House’s food programs, including Sandwich Mondays, Supper’s On (Wednesdays) and Soup’s On (Fridays) as well as any special food related events. They will be supervising, training, and scheduling all food program volunteers, keeping inventory of kitchen supplies, and promoting a program that is a vital service and socializing experience for the seniors of Sonoma Valley.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Food Program including maintaining a Food Handler Certification (Vintage House will sponsor certification)
• Train and supervise food volunteers in all aspects of the different program tasks and responsibilities
• Coordinate and work with on-site chef to make sure food is plated and served properly
• Oversee all food volunteers with kitchen protocol and safe food handling training
• Schedule and coordinate volunteer shifts in a digital format and create plans for unexpected gaps in the volunteer schedule
• Maintain ongoing kitchen cleanliness and organization
• Create and maintain a master cleaning schedule for the Vintage House kitchen
• Reach out and find restaurants or chefs willing to donate Soup for the Soup’s On program
• Food program administrative tasks including volunteer coordination, paperwork, etc.
• All Food Programs and Special Events where food is served coordinate: set-up, serve, and clean-up
• Inventory control including but not limited to paper goods, kitchen supplies, coffee and admin needs
• Promote, build, and grow Vintage House Food Programs

Other Functions and Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with Executive Director, Operations Manager, and other staff, work to deepen member and non-member engagement and encourage them to become donors
• Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager
• Be an active and participating member of the Vintage House team

Qualification Factors:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience)
• Past restaurant or commercial kitchen experience is a plus
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word in particular)
• Meticulous and highly detail oriented
• Proactive, self-starter with strong critical thinking skills
• A desire to seek out new learning and training opportunities to stay ahead of the curve
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and re-prioritize as necessary
• Team player mindset and excitement about working collaboratively and also self-directed and able to prioritize independently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A hunger to learn, grow and develop
• A commitment to the mission of Vintage House
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Personal and professional honesty and integrity
• Willingness to work flexible hours, some holidays, and weekends
• Excellent customer service skills especially within the senior community
• Familiar with local senior resources

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and move heavy boxes/crates or equipment of up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. However, the ability to use hands and arms to reach and lift is required. Note: This job involves standing and walking for most of the work shift and may involve sitting for brief periods.

Please send resume and cover letter to david.seyms@vintagehouse.org