The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
Meal Program Coordinator
The Salvation Army USA Western Territory, Bellevue, Washington, us, 98009
Description
DEPARTMENT:
Eastside Corps Community Center
POSITION:
Meal Program Coordinator
SUPERVISOR:
Center Director
STATUS:
Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)
COMPENSATION:
$20.00
The Salvation Army Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
OVERVIEW:
The role of the Meal Program Coordinator is to organize and oversee the Eastside Corps meal program, its volunteers, and its meal providers.
They are responsible for the overall condition and operation of our kitchen and dining room. Duties include keeping a professional image through face-to-face, phone, and email interactions and communication with volunteers and meal providers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Prepare the dining room for the weeknight meal program
Greet volunteers who provide and serve the meals
Assist with the set-up, serving, and cleanup as requested by the lead meal provider
Greet, count, and direct clients as needed
Temperature check, weigh and log food donations
Maintain hard copy and electronic filing system as needed for clients and volunteers
Maintain client files and records as required in WellSky
Timely and accurate reporting of monthly and yearly stats to appropriate programs and agencies
Maintain Health Department Regulations
Nightly walk-through kitchen to dump out any food in refrigerators
Monitor participants, volunteers, and meal providers to ensure rules are followed
Clean tables and chairs, sweep and mop every day after each meal
Empty trashcans and recycle receptacles as needed
Pick up donations from various locations
Sort donations and distribute them to clients as available
Keep the area, inside and outside of the Kitchen & Dining Room, clean and orderly. Eliminate any safety hazards.
Schedule and communicate with Meal Program Service Providers and Volunteers as needed through email, phone calls, text messages, and mail.
Attend staff meetings, trainings, and conferences as recommended and approved by the Commanding Officer
Conduct assessments as needed to determine whether services offered are relevant.
Provide input to the budget process for the social service department and keep expenditures within approved budgetary line items.
Follow all fiscal and financial policies and procedures the Salvation Army Eastside Corps implements.
Maintain a close working relationship with other Corps personnel.
Regular attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job.
Cook for various hot lunch programs as needed for service area and weeknight meal program when no Service Provider is scheduled or available.
GENERAL NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS
Use proper methods when lifting. If an item is too heavy, get help
When working with volunteers, clear communication and tactful supervision are required
All vandalism or building damage must be reported to the Supervisor or Commanding Officer
Any injuries must be reported immediately to the Supervisor or Commanding Officer
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduate preferred
Ability to work with limited or no supervision
Ability to work with other staff members and volunteers is a must
Ability to speak English fluently to communicate with volunteers and clients
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Ability to multi-task and set priorities
Must have good communication and organizational skills
Must be a team player
Must be goal-oriented and self-motivated
Capable of maintaining high level of integrity
Have a working knowledge of The Salvation Army mission or willingness to learn it
An understanding and acceptance of The Salvation Army's mission, philosophy, and practices
Ability to work within the organization and carry out its policies and procedures
Have good people skills and a friendly demeanor
DRIIVER QUALIFIACTAIONS:
Must possess a valid Washington State driver's license( no record of DUI or DWI offense)
Must pass The Salvation Army's in-house driving test and Motor vehicles Records check
Must be willing to continually lift 30 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds
Must pass a criminal background check
Ability to drive own and/or assigned TSA vehicles. (Based on availability)
EQUIPMENT USED:
PC or Laptop
Printer
Fax Machine
Computer Software
Gloves
Van/ Truck
Copy Machine
Calculator
Telephone
Pallet Jack
Dolly
Carts
Various Kitchen Appliances and Tools
Miscellaneous office equipment, including but not limited to staplers, three-hole punches, etc.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, carts, pallet jacks, boxes, crates, and reach overhead
Ability to operate telephone, desktop or laptop computer, including ability to access and produce information form a computer and cell phone
Ability to understand, use, and respond to written and verbal information
Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position.
The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
This position has access to confidential personal client information. It is essential that the client's right to privacy be observed.
Signing this document confirms that you agree to follow the organization's confidentiality policies and procedures.
(See a more detailed explanation of this expectation in the human resource materials, or employee handbook)
The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required.
The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.
Qualifications Behaviors
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group Motivations
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Education
High School or Equivalent (preferred) Licenses & Certifications
Driver's License (required)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
DEPARTMENT:
Eastside Corps Community Center
POSITION:
Meal Program Coordinator
SUPERVISOR:
Center Director
STATUS:
Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)
COMPENSATION:
$20.00
The Salvation Army Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
OVERVIEW:
The role of the Meal Program Coordinator is to organize and oversee the Eastside Corps meal program, its volunteers, and its meal providers.
They are responsible for the overall condition and operation of our kitchen and dining room. Duties include keeping a professional image through face-to-face, phone, and email interactions and communication with volunteers and meal providers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Prepare the dining room for the weeknight meal program
Greet volunteers who provide and serve the meals
Assist with the set-up, serving, and cleanup as requested by the lead meal provider
Greet, count, and direct clients as needed
Temperature check, weigh and log food donations
Maintain hard copy and electronic filing system as needed for clients and volunteers
Maintain client files and records as required in WellSky
Timely and accurate reporting of monthly and yearly stats to appropriate programs and agencies
Maintain Health Department Regulations
Nightly walk-through kitchen to dump out any food in refrigerators
Monitor participants, volunteers, and meal providers to ensure rules are followed
Clean tables and chairs, sweep and mop every day after each meal
Empty trashcans and recycle receptacles as needed
Pick up donations from various locations
Sort donations and distribute them to clients as available
Keep the area, inside and outside of the Kitchen & Dining Room, clean and orderly. Eliminate any safety hazards.
Schedule and communicate with Meal Program Service Providers and Volunteers as needed through email, phone calls, text messages, and mail.
Attend staff meetings, trainings, and conferences as recommended and approved by the Commanding Officer
Conduct assessments as needed to determine whether services offered are relevant.
Provide input to the budget process for the social service department and keep expenditures within approved budgetary line items.
Follow all fiscal and financial policies and procedures the Salvation Army Eastside Corps implements.
Maintain a close working relationship with other Corps personnel.
Regular attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job.
Cook for various hot lunch programs as needed for service area and weeknight meal program when no Service Provider is scheduled or available.
GENERAL NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS
Use proper methods when lifting. If an item is too heavy, get help
When working with volunteers, clear communication and tactful supervision are required
All vandalism or building damage must be reported to the Supervisor or Commanding Officer
Any injuries must be reported immediately to the Supervisor or Commanding Officer
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduate preferred
Ability to work with limited or no supervision
Ability to work with other staff members and volunteers is a must
Ability to speak English fluently to communicate with volunteers and clients
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Ability to multi-task and set priorities
Must have good communication and organizational skills
Must be a team player
Must be goal-oriented and self-motivated
Capable of maintaining high level of integrity
Have a working knowledge of The Salvation Army mission or willingness to learn it
An understanding and acceptance of The Salvation Army's mission, philosophy, and practices
Ability to work within the organization and carry out its policies and procedures
Have good people skills and a friendly demeanor
DRIIVER QUALIFIACTAIONS:
Must possess a valid Washington State driver's license( no record of DUI or DWI offense)
Must pass The Salvation Army's in-house driving test and Motor vehicles Records check
Must be willing to continually lift 30 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds
Must pass a criminal background check
Ability to drive own and/or assigned TSA vehicles. (Based on availability)
EQUIPMENT USED:
PC or Laptop
Printer
Fax Machine
Computer Software
Gloves
Van/ Truck
Copy Machine
Calculator
Telephone
Pallet Jack
Dolly
Carts
Various Kitchen Appliances and Tools
Miscellaneous office equipment, including but not limited to staplers, three-hole punches, etc.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, carts, pallet jacks, boxes, crates, and reach overhead
Ability to operate telephone, desktop or laptop computer, including ability to access and produce information form a computer and cell phone
Ability to understand, use, and respond to written and verbal information
Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position.
The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
This position has access to confidential personal client information. It is essential that the client's right to privacy be observed.
Signing this document confirms that you agree to follow the organization's confidentiality policies and procedures.
(See a more detailed explanation of this expectation in the human resource materials, or employee handbook)
The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required.
The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.
Qualifications Behaviors
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group Motivations
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Education
High School or Equivalent (preferred) Licenses & Certifications
Driver's License (required)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.