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Meet the Staff

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Our dedicated staff brings with them not only extensive experience, but a great compassion.

Executive Director: Alberto Cortés
Over 20 years management experience in HIV & AIDS services with nonprofit organizations. Has broad experience in cross-cultural and bilingual service delivery. Served on our board for two years, one of them as treasurer. As executive director of Mama’s Kitchen since 2002, has responsibility for staff, program success, and fiscal integrity. Has an MBA from San Diego State University and is a Navy veteran.

Executive Chef: Anne R. Garger
With 20 years experience in the United States Navy, as chief petty officer responsible for preparation of four meals daily for a crew of 750. Nominated for the Ney Award for Outstanding Food Service. Joining Mama's Kitchen in 1996 responsibilities include menu planning, purchasing and preparation of all food items to meet specific dietary guidelines for all clients.

Director of Client & Volunteer Services: Bill Patten
Responsible for the coordination of client services and management of volunteer operations, including recruitment, orientation, training, scheduling and recognition. Has over 20 years experience in management, banking and law. Volunteered at Mama’s for eight years prior to accepting his current position in January, 2002. In 2007 he was certified by the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration.

Staff Roster
Alberto Cortés, Executive Director

Anne R. Garger, Executive Chef
Bill Patten, Director of Client & Volunteer Services

Sam Morbidelli, Finance Manager
JD Damon, Distribution Coordinator
Vickie Randle, Bilingual Meal Services Administrator

Chip Cline, Pantry Coordinator/Stores Clerk

Aimee Halfpenny, Development Manager

Lynn Briscoe, Special Events Coordinator

Maurya Siedler, Marketing Coordinator

Carlos Medina, Grant Writer and Program Coordinator

 

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Mama's Kitchen
1875 Second Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
p: 619.233.6262
f: 619.233.6283

Mama's Kitchen is a member of the Association of Nutrition Services Agencies.
Funded in part by the Ryan White CARE Act through the San Diego County Office of AIDS Coordination Mama's Kitchen © Copyright 2007 | EIN: 33-0434246

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