Kitchen Lead (Community Kitchen) at Cerro Gordo County

Community Kitchen - Kitchen Lead: Part-time position available with the Community Kitchen a non-profit entity in Mason City Iowa. Duties include coordinating activities related to the preparation serving and cleanup of a weekday evening meal Monday through Thursday and a Saturday lunch meal. Applicants must be 18 years of age. Starting rate of pay is $14.00 to $15.00 per hour. This is a position with Community Kitchen not Cerro Gordo County.Applications will be accepted until Friday December 5 2025. Pre-employment physical drug screen criminal background check and reference checks required. Applications must be completed online by visiting the Cerro Gordo County website at:.Posted November 20 2025Kitchen Lead Job Description(Part-time)Wage: $14.00 to $15.00 per hour depending on qualificationsPART-TIME position at The Community Kitchen a nonprofit in Mason City providing meals to people in need.Hours per week: 22 to 25Typical shift: Monday through Thursday2:30 PM - 6:30 PM and Saturday from 7:30 AM - 1:30 PM.Location: In-person Mason City IAIPERS retirement planJob SummaryReports to the Kitchen Coordinator and Executive Director and is responsible for coordinating activities related to the preparation serving and cleanup of a weekday evening meal Monday through Thursday and a Saturday lunch meal.Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesComplies with Federal State and local rules and regulations regarding food safety and quality standards. Demonstrates knowledge of food safety and sanitation by correctly answering questions completion of an approved food safety course and by actionsPrepares and serves the evening meal and Saturday lunch mealOversees volunteers which change for each meal serviceAdheres to all Community Kitchen Policy and Procedures including those related to:Food preparation and safetyCleanliness of facilitySetup of kitchen and dining areaGleaning (food donations)Recycling and wasteCleanup and end-of-shift dutiesSecurity of facilityPick up receive store and inventory perishable and nonperishable food items bought donated or gleaned for the KitchenAdheres to all Personnel Policies and ProceduresActs in a professional manner reflecting the mission of The Community KitchenMaintains a peaceful environment in the facilitySkills RequiredA. Must be able to interpret follow and train others in health and safety practices and procedures applicable to The Community Kitchen to relate to and work effectively with a wide variety of groups and individuals as well as clients with diverse needsC. Must maintain client confidentiality and other information as instructedD. Excellent interpersonal skills are essentialE. Strong verbal communication skills and attention to detail are requiredF. Able to work with a minimal amount of supervision and guidanceG. Able to work with interruptions while maintaining safety and completing tasksH. Must be physically fit and able to stand for extended periods of timeI. Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds infrequentlyJ. Must be able to operate kitchen equipment such as stoves slicers dishwashers mixers etc. and explain proper operation and use to many different volunteersK. Must be able to drive company van to pick up food donationsL. Certified or able to pass food certification course (ServSafe) to assure compliance with federal and state regulations regarding health and safety guidelinesSpecial RequirementsA. Must possess a valid Iowa state drivers licenseB. Must have a good driving record and be insurable to drive company vehicleC. Pre-Employment physical drug screen and background check requiredWork Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Cerro Gordo County is an Equal Opportunity compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Cerro Gordo County is subject to and has adopted a policy in compliance with the 2008 Smokefree Air Act.The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Required Experience:Junior IC Key Skills Food Service,Hp Unix,Building Construction,Aerospace,Drafting,Cisco Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 14 - 15