TAKE ACTION: STAY INFORMED VOLUNTEER DONATE About Donate Programs Get Help Healthcare Partners Volunteer Events Contact Staff Our dedicated staff brings with them not only extensive experience, but great compassion. Chief Executive Officer: Alberto Cortés Alberto has been in the nonprofit arena for over 32 years and has broad experience in organizational management and governance. He has been leading Mama’s Kitchen since 2002. Alberto has a BA from National University and an MBA from San Diego State University. He is a veteran of the US Navy Submarine Force and sings second tenor with the San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus. Director of Nutrition Services: Chris Nolan Chris Nolan has over seven years of experience implementing and coordinating programs for underserved communities in San Diego, USA, and throughout México. Chris holds a master’s degree in Peace and Justice from the University of San Diego as well as a Communications degree from Universidad Iberoamericana. Chris joined Mama’s Kitchen in 2020 and currently is director of the Nutrition Services Department. Director of Volunteer Engagement: Mark Maddox With over 12 years of skills and experience in customer service and volunteer support. Mark’s background includes employment with Birch Aquarium and volunteer management for San Diego Pride. Mark’s skills include volunteer database management, volunteer recruitment, training and placement, and coordination of large numbers of volunteers for events. He is currently a member of the Board of Directors for Lambda Archives of San Diego and Parade Co-Manager for San Diego Pride. Executive Chef: Jason Martin With an education in human nutrition and public health and classical training from the Scottsdale Culinary Institute, Jason has over 10 years’ experience as an executive chef spanning across non-profits, multi-outlet hotels, a high-volume catering company as well as his own personal chef business, focusing on fresh, local, healthful choices. Director of Development: Jenna Novotny With over 10 years of experience in nonprofit development and marketing, Jenna has previously led development for nonprofits including San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum and Challenged Athletes Foundation. Jenna oversees development initiatives including annual giving campaigns, institutional giving, the Bread & Butter Club, and fundraising events. Director of Administration and Finance: Kelly Sherlock With over 25 years of experience, Kelly manages the financial and human resource functions of the organization, policy implementation, and advocacy and governance support. She joined Mama’s Kitchen in 2005 as a volunteer, as staff in 2013, and has an M.A. in Non-Profit Leadership and Management from the University of San Diego. Director of Strategic Initiatives: Vacant Apply here: mamaskitchen.org/jobs Staff Roster Gustavo Aburto, Bilingual Client Services Specialist Paul Barnard, Donor Database Administrator Stephanie Boyd, Registered Dietitian Philip Chao, Bilingual Volunteer Engagement Assistant Alberto Cortés, Chief Executive Officer Olga Cortés, Executive Assistant JD Damon, Operations and Facilities Coordinator Tim Dominic, Meal Services Specialist Silvia Dominguez, Senior Events Coordinator Tim Edwards, Production Cook Suzette Jimenez, Marketing Coordinator Maggie Lengyel, Donor Stewardship and Government Relations Manager Faye Levy, Human Resources Manager Alma Lopez, Bilingual Registered Dietitian Spencer Luster, Operations & Staging Specialist Mark Maddox, Director of Volunteer Engagement Jason Martin, Executive Chef Noemi Martinez, Bilingual Meal Services Administrator Jonathan Moreno, Sous Chef Chris Nolan, Director of Nutrition Services Jenna Novotny, Director of Development Brett Serwalt, Driver Kelly Sherlock, Director of Administration & Finance DeAndre Simmons, Operations & Staging Specialist Tiffany Smith, Grants and Institutional Coordinator Lexi Striler, Registered Dietitian Zach Striler, Driver Tyler Thomas, Cook and Dishwasher About Overview History Values Staff Board of Directors Partners Join Our Team Blog In the News Annual Reports Newsletters Media Information Kit Donate Make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor Donate Now Nov 1, 2021 Mama’s Kitchen’s Response To The Supply Chain Crisis Stay up to date on upcoming fundraising event, volunteer opportunities and more. Now on Instagram Follow Us! Take Action Stay Informed Volunteer Donate 3960 Home Avenue San Diego, CA 92105 p: 619.233.6262 f: 619.233.6283 Map / Directions English Funded in part by the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) through the County of San Diego Health & Services Administration (HRSA) Home About Us Donate News & Updates Events Volunteer Get Meals Contact Us Privacy Policy Emergency Response Fund Blog Healthcare Partners Mama's Kitchen © Copyright 2021 EIN: 33-0434246