Workplace Type: Onsite
Employment Type: FT
Job Location: Barberton, OH (Portage & Hazelwood Building)
Position Summary
Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM) is seeking a servant-hearted and experienced Food Service Manager to lead the operations of our internal food service program. This individual will oversee the preparation, quality, and service of meals for CHM staff events, meetings, and ministry gatherings. The ideal candidate will be a strategic planner and hands-on leader who upholds high standards of hospitality, food safety, and Christian values in every aspect of the food service ministry.
This role is critical to promoting a welcoming, team-oriented environment that supports CHM’s mission of glorifying God and serving His people.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
- Manage the daily operations of CHM’s food service department, including meal planning, food preparation, scheduling, service, and cleanup.
- Lead, train, and supervise food service staff and volunteers to maintain high standards of hospitality and efficiency.
- Coordinate food service needs for internal events, staff lunches, board meetings, and ministry gatherings.
Menu Planning & Procurement
- Develop nutritious, appealing, and cost-effective menus that support dietary needs and organizational standards.
- Order and manage food and supply inventory while ensuring cost control and proper storage practices.
- Establish vendor relationships and ensure timely, budget-conscious procurement of food products and materials.
Health, Safety, & Compliance
- Maintain full compliance with local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Ensure all kitchen equipment is operated safely and maintained properly.
- Conduct regular safety audits and train staff on hygiene, cleanliness, and hazard prevention procedures.
Administrative Duties
- Track and report food service budgets, inventory levels, and staff schedules.
- Collaborate with Facilities and HR to align staffing and resources with organizational needs.
- Assist with volunteer coordination and support related to food service functions.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary or hospitality certification preferred.
- 3+ years of proven experience managing food service operations; nonprofit or ministry experience a plus.
- Current ServSafe Manager certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and basic budgeting/reporting.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
- A heart for service and alignment with CHM’s Statement of Beliefs and organizational mission.
About Christian Healthcare Ministries
Founded in 1981, Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM) is a health care sharing ministry for Christians. CHM is a nonprofit, voluntary cost-sharing ministry through which participating Christians meet each other’s medical bills. The mission of CHM is to glorify God, show Christian love, and experience God’s presence as Christians share each other’s medical bills.