Job Coach & Culinary Operations Specialist

Job Coach & Culinary Operations Specialist Position Overview

LiFT University, a transition program serving neurodiverse adults, is seeking a dedicated and energetic Job Coach & Culinary Operations Specialist to support students in developing vocational, employment, and independent living skills through hands‑on work experiences. This position combines job coaching, culinary instruction, and micro‑business operations within our student‑run catering program.

• Supervise students in catering production and kitchen operations.
• Provide on‑site job coaching and support during internships, volunteer placements, and community outreach.
• Collaborate with employers, community partners, teachers, therapists, and support staff to ensure student success.
• Assist students in developing transportation, workplace communication, self‑advocacy, and problem‑solving skills.
• Maintain accurate records of student participation, progress, and skill development.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development activities, and program events.
• Support special events, catering functions, vocational showcases, and community outreach initiatives.
• Travel locally between campus, internship sites, community partners, and catering locations as required.

• Experience as a supervisor, trainer, shift leader, or manager in the food service industry.
• Experience with supported employment, job coaching, workforce development, or vocational rehabilitation.
• Serv Safe certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Experience teaching workplace skills or training employees.
• Knowledge of food production, catering logistics, and customer service standards.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License; clean record, no violations.
• Successful completion of a State and Federal FDLE Level 2 Background Screening.
• Must attain CPR and First Aid Certification within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to transport students using school vehicles if approved by LiFT.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, and professional development opportunities.
• 401(k) plan, vision insurance, paid time off.

• Employment with LiFT is At Will.
• Work schedule:
  
  Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week (days and hours may vary).
• Regular attendance; 100% onsite; firm adherence to work schedule.
• Salary and benefits paid consistent with LiFT’s approved compensation plan.
• Performance evaluations conducted a minimum of two times per school year.

• Frequent local travel required between campus, internship sites, community partners, and catering locations.

• Monday to Friday.
• Occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

• Catering/Food Service/Hospitality: 2 years (Required).
• Supervisory or Training
  
  Experience:
  
  1 year (Preferred).

1005 S Highland Ave, Clearwater, FL , United States

$49,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year

12‑Month Salary

High school