FOOD SERVICE MANAGER TRAINEE (Initial Application) 2025-2026

Milwaukee, WI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $18.83 - $24.91

Benefits

competitive hourly wage

On-the-job training and professional development

Opportunity to work in a supportive educational environment

No night, weekend, or holiday shifts required

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Participation in the Milwaukee Public Schools strategic initiatives

Job Description

Milwaukee Public Schools is a prominent educational institution committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and nourishing environment for students and staff within its district. Known as one of the largest school districts in Wisconsin, Milwaukee Public Schools offers a diverse range of educational programs and services tailored to meet the needs of its community. The district prioritizes employing dedicated professionals who contribute to a holistic educational experience and uphold the values of equity, respect, and community engagement. Milwaukee Public Schools emphasizes health and well-being as an integral part of student success, and this extends to its food service operations which... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
One year of recent full-time experience as a professional cook in a kitchen preparing at least 100 meals per sitting and producing a wide variety of food items in an institutional setting or full-service restaurant
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
Must pass a criminal background check
Drug and alcohol test required
Credential verification required
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods
Ability to bend, squat, crawl, climb, reach and perform physical tasks involving pushing or pulling
Must be willing to travel between school locations if needed

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent
One year of recent full-time experience as a professional cook in a kitchen preparing at least 100 meals per sitting and producing a wide variety of food items in an institutional setting or full-service restaurant
Associate’s degree in culinary arts may be substituted for the full-time experience
ServSafe Certification preferred or must become certified within 6 months of employment and maintain thereafter

Job Duties

Works closely with food service manager to learn the essentials of the position
Actively engage and supervise the daily food preparation and service of high quality, nutritious meals to students and adults
Ensures adherence to established local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations for preparing, serving, counting and claiming of meals
Supervises and trains food service assistants in their work and instructs them on daily tasks
Processes all on-line food and stock requisitions and maintains back of the house inventory
Supervises and assists in cleaning kitchens, storerooms, refrigerators and other kitchen equipment
Inspects food quality and quantity, recipe compliance, cafeteria cleanliness and service on a continual basis
Attends required meetings and in-service trainings
Practices exceptional customer service skills
Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan
Performs other duties as assigned

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