Church Hostess

Principal Function:

The church hostess works with the business administrator in overseeing the scheduling, menu selection, purchasing, preparation, serving and clean up involved in food services.

Responsibilities:

• Train and supervise kitchen staff members and volunteer servers.
• Plan menus for weekday ministries, Wednesday night supper and special occasions as requested.
• Purchase all necessary food items.
• Maintain high standards of sanitation in the kitchen area to comply with local health and sanitation laws.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of food supplies.
• Arrange for servicing, repairing and replacing equipment in the kitchen as needed.
• Work with the maintenance staff on table and room arrangements for all meals and social functions.
• Maintain accurate records of supplies, costs and operation.