Kitchen Manager

Full-Time Position

Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team in creating wholesome, nourishing vegetarian meals for our community. This role is ideal for someone passionate about food, leadership, and fostering a harmonious, mindful environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead & Inspire the Kitchen Team – Oversee scheduling, training, and daily operations while fostering a positive and organized work environment. The Kitchen Manager works with a diverse group, including staff, interns, community members, and guest program participants.
• Plan & Prepare Nutritious Meals – Develop weekly meal plans, guide cooking techniques, and accommodate various dietary needs, including vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-conscious options. All meals are served buffet-style in the main dining hall, three times a day.
• Manage Ordering & Budgeting – Supervise inventory, source high-quality ingredients, and ensure financial goals are met.
• Maintain Hygiene & Safety Standards – Uphold strict food safety protocols, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance.
• Foster Communication & Community Engagement – Work closely with staff, interns, and volunteers while supporting the Leadership Team in developing the Ashram’s Lifestyle Principles. The kitchen is a dynamic space with frequent activity, requiring clear communication and effective delegation.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience cooking for large groups with a focus on seasonal, whole foods.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of vegetarian and specialized diets.
• Ability to manage budgets, inventory, and kitchen logistics efficiently.
• Commitment to a clean, safe, and harmonious kitchen environment.
• A flexible, friendly attitude with a passion for teamwork and service.

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a full-time position that includes salary and housing, as well as immersion into Yoga and meditation..

This role is at the heart of our community, offering a unique opportunity to combine culinary expertise with mindful leadership.
If you have a passion for nourishing others through food and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you!

Questions?

Contact Narada: narada@yogaville.org

Maintenance Technician

Full-Time, min. 32 hours a week

The Maintenance Technician position is responsible for performing and assisting with the daily maintenance of all Ashram facilities, grounds, vehicles, and equipment, in addition to performing various tasks as needed.

Reports to: Operations Manager

Responsibilities:

• Perform basic electrical, plumbing, drywall repair, painting, landscaping, etc.
• Receive directions and complete tasks in a positive and timely fashion.
• Ability to build wood frame structures, perform common building repairs, problem solve, and source supplies from various locations.
• Basic Water Treatment Plant operations, maintenance, testing, and keeping of accurate documentation. (Training will be provided)

Requirements:

• Mechanically Inclined
• Ability to manage a steady workload, perform manual labor, and lift up to 50lbs. regularly.
• Demonstrate initiative, cooperation, resourcefulness, and dependability.
• Must be available to work weekends as needed and to be available “On call” for emergencies.
• Have a valid Virginia driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn.

Special Notes: Operation of heavy machinery (Backhoe) is a plus.

Questions?

Contact Sherab at operations@yogaville.org