Executive Chef - Seattle, United States - The Archdiocese of Seattle

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    GENERAL INTRODUCTION:

    The Archbishop is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the particular Church entrusted to him. In a unique and visible way, he makes Christ's mission present and enduring as Shepherd of the Christian Community. In order to fulfill his mission, the Archbishop employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them the apostolic mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them. (Directory on the Pastoral Ministry of Bishops, 198)

    Each position employed in the Chancery helps to extend the ministry of the Archbishop in particular ways as outlined in the position description.

    POSITION OVERVIEW:

    The Executive Chef, with the leadership and support of the Agape Service Project Director, will work to serve the parish and school groups of Agape Service Project by managing the seasonal food service program.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work with the Agape team to accomplish the program mission and goals.
  • Build relationships while working with and serving the farmworker families, fellow staff, youth, adult leaders, and volunteers.
  • Create and implement food program and menu.
  • Recruit, train and supervise kitchen volunteers.
  • Order, receive, and store food and cleaning supplies in accordance with local health standards.
  • Use appropriate kitchen equipment including electrical and mechanical safely to follow local health standards.
  • Prepare and serve tasty meals and snacks based on menu in sufficient quantity, honoring allergies/dietary needs, minimizing waste, and when possible – prioritizing local, organic, fair-trade foods.
  • Monitor cleanliness of dishes, food contact surfaces, and kitchen area
  • Log fridge and freezer temperatures and monitor dishwashers by logging the dishwasher temperature.
  • Work to build a hospitable environment for Agape groups.
  • As needed: serve the Spanish-speaking community with language access, support additional aspects of the Agape program (Food Bank, food distribution, spring planning efforts, etc.)
  • Qualifications

    QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A good example for youth and have a servant's heart
  • Ability and desire to use God-given gifts and talents in service of the local Church
  • Previous cooking experience, previous experience in staff management
  • Commitment to the mission and values of Agape Service Project
  • Strong communication skills
  • Be able to work well with and lead a wide range of ages, from youth to adults, and peers
  • Have a passion for social justice and desire to build community with local farmworker families
  • Ability to work under pressure in time constraints
  • Must be able to lift, unload, move food and supplies (at least 25 pounds)
  • Current CPR/First aid and Food Handlers required (or willingness to obtain prior to season)
  • Ability to work evenings and/or weekends
  • Must be over 21 years of age
  • LOGISTICS:

  • Start date: April 15; End date: August 30
  • 30-40 hours per week
  • Agape Executive Chef will receive compensation of $22 per hour. In addition, meals during work hours are provided.
  • Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

    Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.