Mobile Kitchen Supervisor

Gateways Hospital & Mental Health Center

Los Angeles, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Calendar Management, Catering Services, Communication Skills, Community Health, Community Support, Cook Dishes, Culinary Operations, Culinary Training, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Event Management, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Food Presentation, Food Quality, Food Safety, Food Services, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Hospital, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Licensing, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Menu Development, Menu Management, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Management, Order Supplies, People Management, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Restaurant, Retirement Plan, Safety Compliance, Sales, Sanitation, Staff Training, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, United States Department of Justice (DOJ), Waitressing
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
POSTED
2 days ago
Title of Position: Mobile Kitchen Supervisor Location: Gateways Hospital Exempt/NonExempt: Exempt Union/ Non-Union: Non-Union Supervisor: Director of Dietary Services

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center is seeking a Food Truck Manager to oversee operations of our newly acquired food truck, which will support community outreach events, employee engagement initiatives, and special organizational functions. This role is ideal for a hands-on food service professional who enjoys cooking, customer interaction, and managing food operations independently. The Food Truck Manager will take ownership of food truck operations while also serving as a team lead within the Food Services Department, helping support kitchen operations and food safety standards. This position combines mobile food operations, culinary creativity, and community engagement within a mission-driven healthcare organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Food Truck Operations
  • Manage daily operations of the organization's food truck.
  • Drive and transport the truck to community events, health fairs, and employee functions.
  • Set up, operate, and break down the truck at scheduled events.
  • Perform daily vehicle inspections and maintain operational checklists.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
  • Performs other additional tasks as directed.

Food Service & Menu Planning
  • Prepare and serve food during events and food truck service days.
  • Assist with menu development and special event menus.
  • Maintain food quality, presentation, and customer service standards.

Kitchen Operations & Team Leadership
  • Support kitchen operations within the Food Services Department.
  • Assist with training kitchen staff and maintaining food safety standards.
  • Monitor inventory, order supplies, and ensure kitchen compliance with county regulations.
  • Maintain records related to inventory, operations, and regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
  • Mobile food service or food truck operations
  • Food preparation and culinary operations
  • Food safety and sanitation compliance
  • Customer service and community engagement
  • Inventory management and food supply ordering
  • Cash handling and point of sale transactions
  • Event coordination and food service logistics
  • Independent problem solving and operational ownership
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy environment.
  • Strong communication and teamwork

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES
  • 5+ years' experience in food service operations, catering, restaurant management, or mobile food service
  • 1-2 yrs supervisory experience in kitchen production
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Culinary training or experience as a lead cook or sous chef

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
  • High School Diploma, or equivalent
  • SERV Safe or equivalent food safety certification

REQUIREMENTS
  • Must pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Community Care Licensing (CCL) background clearance.
  • Valid California Driver's license.
  • TB clearance.
  • Driving record acceptable for coverage by Gateways insurance carrier.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • To perform this job you must be able to carry out all essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
  • Employee will be required to lift and/or move unassisted up to 50 pounds.

Gateways believes that our people are our greatest asset and is proud to offer competitive benefits that support their health, happiness and career development.
  • Cover 100% Medical/Dental/Vision Premiums for all Full-Time Employees and 1 Dependent
  • 8 Paid Holidays + 4 Personal Holidays in Calendar Year
  • 2 Weeks of Vacation
  • 403b Retirement Plan Company Match 8%
  • Annual Company Events

About the Company

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Gateways Hospital & Mental Health Center