Meal Program Coordinator

DescriptionDEPARTMENT: Eastside Corps Community CenterPOSITION: Meal Program CoordinatorSUPERVISOR: Center DirectorSTATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)COMPENSATION: $20.00The Salvation Army Mission StatementThe 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 programGreet volunteers who provide and serve the mealsAssist with the set-up, serving, and cleanup as requested by the lead meal providerGreet, count, and direct clients as neededTemperature check, weigh and log food donationsMaintain hard copy and electronic filing system as needed for clients and volunteersMaintain client files and records as required in WellSkyTimely and accurate reporting of monthly and yearly stats to appropriate programs and agenciesMaintain Health Department RegulationsNightly walk-through kitchen to dump out any food in refrigeratorsMonitor participants, volunteers, and meal providers to ensure rules are followedClean tables and chairs, sweep and mop every day after each mealEmpty trashcans and recycle receptacles as neededPick up donations from various locationsSort donations and distribute them to clients as availableKeep 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 OfficerConduct 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 PRECAUTIONSUse proper methods when lifting. If an item is too heavy, get helpWhen working with volunteers, clear communication and tactful supervision are requiredAll vandalism or building damage must be reported to the Supervisor or Commanding OfficerAny injuries must be reported immediately to the Supervisor or Commanding OfficerQUALIFICATIONS:High school graduate preferredAbility to work with limited or no supervisionAbility to work with other staff members and volunteers is a mustAbility to speak English fluently to communicate with volunteers and clientsAbility to remain calm in stressful situationsAbility to multi-task and set prioritiesMust have good communication and organizational skillsMust be a team playerMust be goal-oriented and self-motivatedCapable of maintaining high level of integrityHave a working knowledge of The Salvation Army mission or willingness to learn itAn understanding and acceptan

Created: 2026-04-04