Appalachian Sustainable Development’s Groundwork workforce development program provides paid, on-the-job training combined with wraparound services that support personal and career growth. The program provides opportunities for job shadowing and internships, plus advanced education through college coursework or certifications, as well as training on essential skills, financial literacy, career development, and more.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Groundwork manager, the Commercial Kitchen and Cohort  Supervisor will manage and coordinate all food operations, food preparation, and food service for the Groundwork food services pathway and its associated Social Enterprises located in Abingdon or Duffield, VA. The Kitchen Supervisor will provide independent leadership in the areas of food preparation and staff supervision, quality control, food safety and cleanliness, sustainability, food and supply ordering and requisitions and recordkeeping.

Duties and Responsibilities

Day-to-day work responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide direct support to Groundwork trainees
• Train and evaluate the performance of Groundwork trainees working in one or more phases of a food service operation
• Coordinate with other members of the Groundwork team to plan the annual gardens to supply produce and herbs for the food trailer kitchen
• Assign, coordinate, and maintain workflow in the mobile food trailer
• Train and implement standards based on the following:
  1. Sanitation standards for equipment and workspace in accordance with federal and state regulations
  2. ServSafe handler and manager standards
• Coordinate food and supply orders deliveries
• Ensure food safety, taste, and quality for customers
• Apply sustainability practices to food operations (for example, composting food waste, using recyclable/compostable packaging materials) when possible
• Maintain sale records and regular deposits according to organization standards

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a restaurant setting is preferred. Experience managing a team of employees or staff is preferred. SERVSafe Manager certification is preferred. 

Knowledge of:

• Supervisory principles
• Cash handling principles and practices
• Commercial food service equipment
• Customer service principles
• Safety procedures

Demonstrated Skill in:

• Supervising subordinate staff
• Monitoring and maintaining inventory
• Maintaining food service equipment

Supervision

This position reports to the Workforce Development Program Manager but is also expected to work closely with other ASD employees, and with limited daily supervision. This position will oversee the activities of a cohort of 4-6 trainees.

Location

Abingdon or Duffield, Virginia, with potential travel

Salary

$50-53k

Hours

Full time

Monday – Friday, with schedule to be determined with the Program Manager and program needs

Requirements

Able to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to stand/be on feet for extended periods of time

We need more Appalachian Harvest Drivers!

ASD’s Appalachian Harvest Food Hub in Duffield, VA provides support, training, aggregation and distribution support to markets for regional farmers.  Since 2000, farmers have sold more than $36 million dollars of fruits and vegetables to wholesale retailers. 

All drivers must have:

• 2 years over the road experience
• Hold a Class A CDL
• Ability to pass required drug screen
• A good driving record

Contact Chelsea Lee for more details:
Phone: (276) 431-3385
Email: clee@asdevelop.org