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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $68,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays

Job Description

Our client is a dedicated provider of K-12 food service programs, focusing on delivering nutritious, cost-effective meals to students across a broad region. As a well-established district-level food service organization, they pride themselves on crafting meals that not only satisfy hunger but also contribute to the health and well-being of the children they serve. Commitment to quality, safety, and innovation in student nutrition is at the heart of their operations. They consistently seek professionals who are passionate about food and education, and who aspire to make a meaningful impact in schools and communities through culinary excellence.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or related bachelor’s degree preferred
  • minimum 3 years experience in kitchen or back-of-house operations
  • prior experience in school food service preferred
  • knowledge of budgeting and food cost control
  • food safety certification or ability to obtain within 2 weeks
  • ability to pass background check, fingerprinting, and MVR audit
  • effective communication skills
  • proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • ability to work with diverse populations
  • physical ability to stand long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
  • willingness to work extended 50-60 hour workweeks including occasional weekends
  • ability to travel between locations
  • basic cooking and cleaning skills

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or related bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in kitchen/back-of-house operations
  • prior school food service experience strongly desired
  • knowledge of budgeting and food cost control required
  • strong culinary skills with hands-on leadership experience
  • food safety certification (or food handler’s card within 2 weeks of hire) required
  • must be able to pass a background check, fingerprinting, and MVR audit
  • clear, professional communication skills
  • proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer systems
  • must be respectful, inclusive, and able to work with diverse communities
  • basic cooking and cleaning abilities required

Job Duties

  • Prepare and cook food according to standardized recipes and production records
  • create new recipes using commodity and purchased ingredients
  • conduct taste tests and chef demonstrations with students and staff
  • design cost-effective, appealing, and nutritionally balanced student menus
  • enter menus into the nutritional analysis program
  • place food and supply orders while monitoring cost control
  • train kitchen staff on food safety, HACCP, cooking techniques, and presentation
  • collaborate with Cafeteria Managers to ensure meal quality
  • follow all local health department and company safety regulations
  • supervise and evaluate kitchen team members
  • submit reports as assigned and ensure timely compliance
  • support other duties as assigned to improve culinary operations

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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