Chef/Kitchen Manager (Part time)

Cranaleith, Gaelic for “sanctuary of trees,” is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) offering a peaceful space for reflection, renewal, and healing. Through retreats and programs, individuals and groups are invited to restore spirit and purpose in a setting of harmony and respect.

Cranaleith is seeking an experienced kitchen manager/chef. Known for warm hospitality, we serve healthy, delicious meals using local, organic, and garden-grown ingredients. Candidates should be skilled in cooking for diverse dietary needs.

This position is responsible for menu planning, food purchase, prep, and cooking for large and small groups, and individuals. It requires flexibility in scheduling of hours.

Experience in commercial kitchen operation required. Must be ServSafe certified or able to obtain prior to employment.

Hours: 10-30/week, mornings, days, early evenings, and weekends possible.

Among this key team member’s responsibilities will be:

• Work with other team members in prepping and cooking for large and small groups, retreat participants, and special events. Participate in a year-round flexible schedule including weekends, weekdays and evenings.
• Preparing and serving a full array of breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack time meals –from scratch – and meeting the dietary and allergy needs of each guest/group;
• Interacting with guests during meal service, being consistently welcoming and accommodating – serving them as required and requested;
• Complete/coordinate food purchasing, food storage and food service supplies;
• Participating in maintaining inventory control to reduce waste and spoilage, and maintain a cost-efficient operation;
• Participating in set up, clean up, restocking, dish washing and sanitation processes in kitchen and dining room ;
• Maintain a strong and consistent focus on details, personal/professional organization, proactive problem solving, teamwork, dependability, and operational excellence;
• Serve diverse cultures and socio-economic groups so that guests are welcomed;
• Help ensure the implementation of the highest kitchen quality, safety, and cleanliness standards;
• Work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment – demonstrating excellent time management and multi-tasking skills, as well as the ability to handle constructive feedback well and learn from mistakes;
• Participate in other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year cooking in a commercial kitchen required.
• ServSafe certified or able to obtain certification prior to employment.
• Culinary certificate or Associates Degree preferred.
• Driver’s License

No phone calls please.

Cranaleith Spiritual Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Cranaleith Spiritual Center makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Proficiency in English is required for this position.