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The hiring establishment is a reputable organization focused on providing nutritious and timely meals to its clients while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. This company operates within the food service sector, emphasizing high standards in food preparation and client care. The organization is committed to maintaining strict adherence to dietary guidelines established by dietitians, particularly within the scope of the School Lunch Program, ensuring not only the health and wellbeing of its clients but also compliance with relevant local and state regulations. Employees in this environment are expected to contribute to a respectful and safe workplace culture, upholding dignity and respect for all clients and staff members alike. This role involves a variety of critical responsibilities centered around the supervision and management of kitchen operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing meal preparation and delivery processes, ensuring that all food served meets established nutritional guidelines and is delivered on time. The role requires a meticulous approach to ordering, inventory management, and storage of food and paper goods to maintain operational efficiency and prevent waste. Budget monitoring is also a key aspect of this job, requiring an ability to manage resources prudently. Compliance with Department of Health (DOH) regulations is crucial in this role, covering sanitation, maintenance, and educational activities related to kitchen functions. In addition to ensuring this compliance, the candidate will supervise kitchen clients and staff to sustain proper operational standards aligned with DOH and facility policies. Reporting and administrative duties form part of the job responsibilities, including assisting with compilation of operational reports and billing for regional and corporate offices. Regular operations meetings and coordination with staff supervisors are also expected to address kitchen needs, discuss issues, and maintain communication flow. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation at $18.50 per hour. The ideal candidate will hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate at least one year of relevant experience in food preparation, with an understanding of special dietary needs and menu planning. The role requires certification in food management such as ServSafe, which the candidate must either possess or be able to obtain within the first 60 days of employment. This position represents an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about food service management and committed to supporting client health through meticulous attention to nutritional standards and operational excellence. Candidates must be prepared to engage actively in maintaining high standards of kitchen operations, serve diverse client needs, and contribute to the ongoing success and accreditation compliance of the organization.