Recreation Programs / Services Coordinator- Kitchen (Part-Time)

Salary: $21.86 - $27.27 HourlyLocation : Carlsbad, CAJob Type: Part-Time HourlyJob Number: 7182025Department: Parks & RecreationOpening Date: 07/21/2025Closing Date: 8/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific The PositionQualified applicants will be notified only if they are selected for the interview process.The CityThis nearly 40 square mile city is ideally situated in north San Diego County with an approximate population of 115,000. It offers a great climate, beautiful beaches, lagoons, and abundant natural open space. World-class resorts, family attractions, well-planned neighborhoods, a diverse business sector, and a charming village atmosphere combine to create the ideal California experience.The DepartmentThe Carlsbad Parks & Recreation Department is nationally accredited (and one of only five agencies in the State of California) by the Commission for the Accreditation of Parks & Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). The department is the steward of approximately 450 acres of parkland, featuring community and historic parks, senior services, playgrounds, multigenerational facilities, aquatic centers, tennis courts, and multi-use fields. Nearly 40 percent of the city is dedicated open space, and the department maintains approximately 40 linear miles of recreational trails. The department is a leading provider of world-class projects, programs, and events that strengthen and build community connectivity. The PositionThe most senior level in the Recreation Leader job family. Positions generally require specialist knowledge for large high-profile events and/ or programs. Incumbents work independently, with little supervision. Assignments are complex in nature and require the proven ability to coordinate events or programs associated with specific areas of responsibility.This opening will provide oversight of kitchen operations as part of the Senior Nutrition Program at the Carlsbad Senior Center. This position plays a key role in ensuring safe, high-quality meal service for older adults while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal health standards. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, food service experience, and the ability to lead a small team in a dynamic community-based setting.You Belong in CarlsbadThe City of Carlsbad embraces and recognizes the vital relationship of an inclusive, engaged work environment and innovative excellence. An equitable and inclusive work climate comprises personal experiences, values, and views shaped from differences of culture and circumstance. Our organization appreciates belonging, creativity, recognition and retention of its employees and is committed to hiring and developing motivated, productive and talented employees who provide services and enhance our quality of life. We work to embrace open and equitable access to opportunities for learning and development as our responsibility and goal.Key Responsibilities Coordinates and administers assigned program area: Senior Nutrition ProgramCoordinates related projects to ensure that the goals and objectives of the assigned program are met by performing the duties personally or through employees supervisedEnsures current program compliance with all local, state and federal government regulations and supports appropriate actions to meet deadlinesRecommends and suggests guidelines and procedures for the assigned programResponds to incidents or service issues in real time to ensure uninterrupted meal serviceOversees and participates in routine cleaning tasks, including dishwashing, surface sanitizing, equipment maintenance, table clearing, and trash removal to ensure a clean and safe kitchen and dining environmentEnsures proper use, cleaning, and organization of kitchen appliances, food storage areas, and supplies in accordance with health and safety standards QualificationsKnowledge of: Professional communication techniques, both oral and in writingPrinciples of leading and/or supervising staff and providing guidance to volunteersWorking knowledge of HACCP principles, safe food handling, and sanitation standardsStrong organizational skills to manage checklists, temperature logs, inventory, and compliance documentationBasic technology for logging data, reading menus, and printing reportsAbility to:Meet State of California Tuberculosis test requirementsManage programs and projects including monitoring resources and resultsCommunicate well with others including coworkers, supervisor, and the general publicNavigate assigned program area and make course corrections in current and future operationsPerform hands-on cleaning tasks and maintain high standards of kitchen sanitation Experience & EducationAny combination to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities is:High school diploma or G.E.D.Valid California Class C Driver's LicenseFood Handler and Food Manager certification, or ability to obtain within 30 daysCPR and first aid certification, or ability to obtainExperience in food service management, preferably in a congregate or institutional settingExperience supervising staff or volunteersExperience working with older adults preferredPHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to stand, sit, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, reachBe able to lift up to 50 poundsMay be exposed to various weather conditions and occasional loud or unexpected noises in the kitchen or surrounding facility. *Part-time employee cannot exceed 1,000 total hours worked within one fiscal year***This is a non-benefited position** APPLE Savings Plan Employee Assistance Program: 40 hours of sick leave per fiscal year (July 1- June 30) Eligible to use after the first 90 days of work Part time positions do not have benefits, and cannot exceed 980 hours in a fiscal year (July 1- June 30).01 1. Initial in the box below that you acknowledge "see application" and "see resume" are not valid responses to the questions below. * 02 2. What is your highest level of education? None of the above High School Diploma / GED Trade or Technical School Some College (no degree) Associate's Degree or Higher 03 3. How many years of food handling experience do you have? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 or more years 04 4. How many years of customer service experience do you have? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 or more years 05 5. This position requires possession of a Food Manager certification or the ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire. What is the highest level of food safety certification or training you currently hold? * No food service training or certification Some food service training, but no active certification Food Handler card Food Manager Certification 06 8. In addition to administrative duties, this position includes hands-on cleaning duties such as dishwashing, sanitizing surfaces, and organizing storage areas. Are you comfortable performing these duties as part of your daily work? Yes No 07 9. Are you able to meet the physical requirements of this job, including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds? Yes No 08 10. Are you currently a City of Carlsbad employee? Yes No Required Question