Position Summary: Carpenter’s Shelter is seeking a dedicated and organized Kitchen Coordinator to oversee meal operations at both The Hoffman Center and Alexandria Community Shelter (ACS), working approximately 10 hours per week at each location. Carpenter’s Shelter provides three daily meals—continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner—to residents at both 64-bed emergency shelters, 365 days a year, with support from volunteers and staff. About the Organization: Since 1988, Carpenter’s Shelter has met the immediate needs of people experiencing homelessness in the City of Alexandria. Through the operation of emergency shelter, day shelter, and winter shelter as well as rapid rehousing and permanent supportive housing programs, Carpenter’s Shelter identifies housing solutions and supports sustainable independence for more than 1,000 families and individuals each year. Responsibilities: The Kitchen Coordinator will work closely with the Development and Volunteer Coordinator to ensure volunteers who donate and serve meals are fully supported, trained, and scheduled. In collaboration with the Development and Volunteer Coordinator, this role will also help build and maintain community partnerships to fill meal gaps throughout the year. In the absence of volunteers, the Kitchen Coordinator will take responsibility for meal planning, preparation (including ordering and cooking), and serving. The Kitchen Coordinator will also provide guidance to Monitor staff as needed, ensuring that all meals are prepared and served efficiently, safely, and in compliance with health standards. Specific Roles and Responsibilities: • Collaborate with the Development and Volunteer Coordinator to manage meal schedules, support volunteers, and cultivate community partnerships that help fill gaps in meal coverage. • Oversee daily meal operations, including planning, preparing, and serving meals when volunteers are unavailable, ensuring all meals are nutritious, balanced, and meet dietary needs. • Train and guide Monitor staff and volunteers in safe food handling, meal preparation, and service procedures to maintain compliance with health and safety standards. • Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and sanitation at both sites in accordance with local health regulations. • Manage food inventory and stock rotation to minimize waste. • Develop cost-effective meal plans and maintain accurate tracking of menus, meal counts, and related data. • Communicate regularly with staff to coordinate kitchen operations and report issues promptly to the supervisor or on-call staff. • Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment for residents, volunteers, and staff. • Participate in staff meetings and training as directed by the supervisor. • Attend and participate in virtual quarterly meal provider meetings. • Adhere to Carpenter’s Shelter’s Code of Ethics and SEED Values. • • Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience in food services industry • Experience in meal planning, food preparation, or kitchen coordination, preferably in a community-based setting • Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices for sanitation • Ability to develop strong working relationships with volunteers, staff, and residents • Ability to maintain documentation • Strong time management and organizational skills; reliable and self-motivated • Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, SharePoint) • Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check • Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours, if needed, to accommodate client and community needs Preferred Qualifications: • Valid Food Handler Certification recognized by the Virginia Department of Health or an ANSI-accredited program (such as ServSafe or eFoodHandlers). • Experience working with a diverse population experiencing homelessness. • Direct personal connection to homelessness. Application Process: Applicants should forward a cover letter and resume electronically to Meghan Cole, Development Manager at MCole@CarpentersShelter.org by December 2nd, 2025, In the subject line, type: "Kitchen Coordinator.” No telephone calls accepted. Job Type: Part-Time Salary: $20 - $25 per hour, plus PTO, Sick Leave and Holidays Work Location: In person (not eligible for remote work). Carpenter’s Shelter is an Equal Opportunity Employer and agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, gender, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Successful candidates must be committed to working with a culturally diverse population.
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Clearance Requirement: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret/SCI Clearance. The Deputy Project Manager is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations and overall management of construction projects awarded under Task Orders. This role supports the planning, organization, and execution of all phases of the construction process while also serving as a developmental position that builds leadership and project management skills through hands-on supervision, strategic planning, and coordination with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams. Responsibilities * Assist in leading and directing day-to-day project operations for assigned project • Assist with planning, monitoring, and managing project cash flow, cost tracking, and financial performance. • Manage all aspects of construction projects awarded under Task Orders, from initial planning to final closeout • Develop scopes of work, project estimates, and project proposals • Coordinate with internal teams, including engineering, contracting, procurement, and MEP to ensure successful project execution • Manage project change orders and scope changes to ensure they are properly documented and approved • Research and compile submittals, manage project documentation to include RFIs, daily reports • Conduct regular site inspections to ensure work is being performed in accordance with plans and specifications • Participate in project meetings, including pre-construction, progress, and closeout meetings • Ensure project closeouta procedures are followed, including completion of punch lists, final inspections, and turnover of project documentation to the client • Communicate regularly with the client to provide project status updates and ensure their satisfaction with project progress • Confer with supervisory personnel, customers, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems • Clearly understand the timeliness required for decision making, submission of RFIs, and documentation of all verbal conversations or agreements. Qualifications Education: * BS (Preferred EE or Industry related degree) with 5+ years of experience. Experience: * Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management and/or construction management • Experience developing construction cost estimates using RS Means or similar industry-standard estimating tools • Experience working with contract drawings, subcontracts, contract addendums, specifications, change orders, RFIs, submittals • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams • Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications • Strong experience in subcontractor and vendor management, including selection, coordination, and performance oversight • Must have strong interpersonal and writing skills and be a problem owner/solver • Proven ability to effectively plan and organize one's own activities or the activities of others • Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret/SCI Clearance. We offer an excellent benefits package including: * A competitive salary * Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance * Paid time off * Tuition reimbursement * 401k Retirement Plan * Military Reserve pay offset * Paid maternity leave Abilities: * Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. • Sitting for extended periods of time. • Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. • Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard. • Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. • Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. • Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. • Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. • Identify and understand the speech of another person.
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