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title: 'Kitchen Coordinator at Life.Church'
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# Kitchen Coordinator at Life.Church

- **Company:** Life.Church
- **Location:** Edmond, OK
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2025-11-12
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/life/5dd9d473-51ff-4cdd-87d4-f8dc995dd6e6

## Job description

Life.Church wants to make a lasting difference in your life, in our community, and in the world. Our mission is to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. That's how we’re able to make a difference, and it's the driving force behind everything we do.

The StaffKids Kitchen Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all food-related operations within the StaffKids program. This includes planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals and snacks, managing kitchen inventory and ordering, and ensuring full compliance with Department of Human Services (DHS) and health department standards. This role partners closely with the StaffKids Operations team to support daily programming, enhance the overall food experience for children, and contribute to a safe, clean, and engaging environment. This role is responsible for providing operational and administrative support in coordination with StaffKids efforts to further Life.Church’s mission and reach people for Christ.

## What You'll Do

Execute Daily Food Preparation and Service

- Plan, prepare, and serve daily lunches and snacks.
- Manage food prep, portioning, and classroom distribution in partnership with the Operations Team.
- Prep ingredients and meals in advance to support efficient daily service.
- Maintain and update recipes, quantities, and meal feedback for continuous improvement.
- Assist with food preparation and support for program events as needed.

Design and Evolve Menus and Program Experience

- Develop and distribute monthly lunch menus and rotating snack menus.
- Evaluate and improve menu offerings based on nutrition, cost, and variety.
- Incorporate seasonal themes, curriculum tie-ins, and special events into meal planning.
- Introduce new recipes and creative approaches to enhance the food experience.
- Communicate menus, updates, and allergy information to staff and families.
- Support parent engagement through food-related communication and content.

Manage Inventory, Ordering, and Vendor Relationships

- Lead ordering of groceries and kitchen supplies (e.g., US Foods, Sam’s Club, Walmart, Amazon).
- Maintain accurate inventory and appropriate stock levels.
- Monitor expiration dates and ensure proper food rotation.
- Build and maintain vendor relationships to ensure quality and cost efficiency.

Ensure Food Safety, Compliance, and Kitchen Standards

- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment at all times.
- Ensure proper food handling, storage, and labeling procedures are followed.
- Maintain Food Handler’s Certification and ensure DHS compliance.
- Own kitchen inspections and ensure adherence to all regulatory standards.
- Support event setup and teardown when applicable.

## Skills Needed to Succeed

- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail, especially related to cleanliness and compliance.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a shared workspace and partner well with multiple teams.
- Initiative to identify improvements and implement new ideas.
- Experience in food preparation, preferably in high-volume or childcare settings.
- Knowledge of child nutrition and age-appropriate meal planning.
- Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
- Creativity in menu planning and program engagement.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Food Handler’s Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
- 1-3 years experience in food service, kitchen management, or childcare setting preferred.

## Benefits We Offer

Paid parental leave, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. Generous employer-paid leave for the use of vacation, sick time, and other qualifying reasons. Innovative and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance that provides team members with useful resources and savings to navigate their holistic health. Life insurance policy provided for all staff members at 2x annual salary at no cost. Additional life insurance coverage is available to purchase. Short-Term and Long-Term disability is covered at 100% for full-time qualified staff members. Comprehensive wellness and mental health benefits allow staff to proactively invest in their physical and emotional health. Generous 401(k) retirement plan allowing a team member to have up to 12.5% (including employee contribution, employer match, and employer discretionary contribution) contributed into their account in their first year. It doesn’t stop there—the more years on staff, the greater the investment! $160 annually in development dollars for team members to invest in their professional growth. Casual dress and work environment. And much more!

Our Beliefs, Culture, and Commitment to Diversity At Life.Church, every staff member, and intern is a minister and is expected to engage in the church's ministry fully. We consider ministry readiness and an individual’s capacity to represent Life.Church’s beliefs as a minister during the selection process for all staff and intern positions. An essential function within every position held by a staff member or intern at Life.Church is to uphold and represent the beliefs of Life.Church. Learn more about what we believe at Life.Church.

While we unite around our mission, we know unity doesn’t mean uniformity. Our calling is too great, and our mission is too important not to be intentional about strengthening our team through diversity. We know that diverse perspectives in race, ethnicity, background, age, and gender are essential to reaching the world for Christ. To learn more about how we strengthen our team through diversity, visit our careers page.

All data collected in our application process, from resume collection to application questions, is used for recruitment purposes only.

## About Life.Church

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Life.Church is a multi-site Christian church based in Edmond, Oklahoma, that operates physical campuses and an online church, known for creating the YouVersion Bible App.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Nonprofit Organization)
- **Headquarters**: Edmond, Oklahoma, United States
- **Founded**: 1996
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (church led by senior pastors; not a typical startup with named founders)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Religious Organizations / Non-profit
- **Target customers**: B2C (individuals seeking spiritual growth, church attenders, global online community)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “To lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ” ([linkedin.com/company/lifechurch](https://linkedin.com/company/lifechurch))

## Products & Services
- **Church Services (Physical & Online)**: Multi-location worship services, kids’ and youth ministries, community groups – delivered in 45+ U.S. campuses and via Church Online.
- **YouVersion Bible App**: A free, multi-platform Bible study app (available on iOS, Android, web) – used globally to engage users with Scripture.
- **Content & Curriculum**: Sermons, teaching series, devotionals, and digital resources for personal and small-group use.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (nonprofit)
- **Key Metric**: ~603 employees (12% YoY growth as of 2026) and 45+ physical campus locations across the United States ([linkedin.com/company/lifechurch](https://linkedin.com/company/lifechurch))
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable – funded by donations and church giving; no venture investors.
- **Growth Signals**: 12% employee growth year-over-year; global reach of YouVersion Bible App (over 500 million downloads, widely referenced in Christian tech circles); expansion of digital and remote‑friendly roles.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Brand Trust & Scale**: One of the largest and most recognized church networks in the U.S., with a massive digital footprint via YouVersion.
- **Tech + Mission Integration**: Unlike most nonprofits, Life.Church invests heavily in internal technology (engineering, data, product) to build tools like YouVersion that serve millions.
- **Talent Development**: Strong internal advancement culture, many alumni go on to leadership roles at other organizations (e.g., Paycom, Chick‑fil‑A) ([linkedin.com/company/lifechurch](https://linkedin.com/company/lifechurch))

## Strategic Focus
- **Digital Ministry & Engineering**: Continued expansion of YouVersion and online church presence; hiring for data engineering, AI solutions, product design, and platform roles.
- **Campus Growth**: New campus openings and site acquisition across the U.S.
- **People & Culture**: Investing in benefits, HR infrastructure, and leadership development to support a growing workforce.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Purpose**: Rated 4.7/5.0 on employer review sites (1,092 reviews), with culture score 4.8/5.0. Employees consistently highlight meaningful work and strong community ([linkedin.com/company/lifechurch](https://linkedin.com/company/lifechurch)).
- **Faith‑Based Environment**: The organization explicitly seeks individuals who align with its Christian mission (as stated in its hiring FAQ).
- **Hybrid/Remote Policy**: Roles span on‑site (Edmond, OK and other campuses) and some remote or hybrid positions, especially in engineering and digital content.
- **Benefits & Growth**: Offers competitive compensation (e.g., Infrastructure Engineer ~$104k/yr, Executive Pastor ~$113k/yr) alongside typical nonprofit benefits; interns and early‑career programs available ([jobs.lever.co/life](https://jobs.lever.co/life)).
- **Engineering & Tech Excellence**: Staff engineers, data engineers, and product designers work on a globally‑used product (YouVersion) with modern tech stacks and real impact.

## Sources
1. [life.church/careers](https://www.life.church/careers/)
2. [jobs.lever.co/life](https://jobs.lever.co/life)
3. [linkedin.com/company/lifechurch](https://linkedin.com/company/lifechurch)
4. [life.church/careers/hiring-process](https://www.life.church/careers/hiring-process/)

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