Supervisor, Catering Samaritan House

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Supervisor, Catering Samaritan House

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

SUMMARY

Responsible for the Food Services Catering program and staff. Oversees all scheduling, team meetings, catering staff payroll and all processes directly affecting the catering program. Ensures the coordination of the catering team to provide three meals daily to remote locations: Smith Rd / 48^th Ave / Marisol Home/ Mullen Home.

• Works directly with Food Services Manager and Kitchen supervisors in planning meal deliveries to each remote facility.
• Works within Health department guidelines to ensure food safety protocols are being carried out.
• Maintains standards and quality control of meals provided to remote locations.
• Responsible for communicating any vehicle issues with the Food Services manager.
• Ensures timely arrival and departure of food delivery to remote locations.
• Reports to and works directly with Warehouse Manager to ensure catering procedures are being followed.
• Responsible for scheduling the catering team members to all sites for every meal.
• Responsible the posting and communication of the written schedules for each food service location at least a week ahead.
• Conducts weekly staff meetings.
• Responsible for scheduling bi-weekly fill-ups of catering vehicles.
• Helps to directs volunteers in food services to do:
  • Sack lunches.
  • Sandwiches
• Travels, as necessary, to remote sites related to meal service distribution on a regular, weekly basis in order to audit staff, maintain cleanliness, consistency and inventory.
• Ensures regulatory compliance with CACFP program and food safety standards are adhered to.
• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
• Regular and predictable attendance. Some overtime might be required.
• Current Colorado Driver’s license required. Must be insurable.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Catering drivers/team. Supervises payroll for catering team/drivers and conducts weekly department meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervision and/or food distribution and catering.
• Must possess strong communication skills.
• Must be organized and able to work with little or no supervision.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.

• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from accredited two-year college or technical school; and six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid CO driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and proof of insurance required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary: $22-24/hr. Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance. 
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so there may be a need to work some holidays, which would include holiday pay). 
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace.

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with
our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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