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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
generous PTO
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K option
Paid professional development
Education Reimbursement Opportunities
paid family leave
Disability insurance coverage
Paid summer flex program
Job Description
This position is being offered by a school cafeteria kitchen that is dedicated to providing nutritious meals to hundreds of children daily. The kitchen operates with a team of 3 to 7 staff members, serving a critical role within the school community by supporting the health and well-being of its students. This organization focuses on culinary excellence combined with a strong commitment to equity and nutrition in school food service environments. They embrace innovation in menu planning and efficiency, while fostering a positive work environment where education and team development are prioritized.
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Job Requirements
- 3 plus years professional culinary experience in a fast paced, high volume kitchen
- 1 plus years supervisory or management experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation practices
- Comfortable using software, apps, spreadsheets to track and report data
- Excellent communication skills and extremely well organized
- Passion for improving nutrition and health in schools
- ServeSafe Certificate required within 90 days of hire
Job Qualifications
- 3 plus years professional culinary experience in a fast paced, high volume kitchen
- 1 plus years supervisory or management experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation practices
- Comfortable using software, apps, spreadsheets to track and report data
- Excellent communication skills and extremely well organized
- Passion for improving nutrition and health in schools
- ServeSafe Certificate required within 90 days of hire
- Bachelor degree in culinary arts a plus
- Familiarity with NSLP compliance requirements a plus
- Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus
Job Duties
- Train and coach kitchen team members to enhance their skills and performance
- Develop team members through ongoing mentoring and support
- Create a positive and cohesive team environment that promotes retention and high performance
- Oversee daily culinary operations to ensure consistent and high-quality food preparation
- Maintain a food-safe kitchen at all times by adhering to health and safety standards
- Perform quality control checks on all menu items to ensure consistency and integrity
- Optimize food costs through efficient inventory management and creative menu planning
- Follow production schedules to ensure timely meal preparation and service
- Track and submit consumption numbers and daily compliance reports accurately
- Manage facility maintenance projects to ensure a safe and functional kitchen environment
- Build and maintain strong relationships with the school community including teachers, administrators, and parents
- Attend school meetings to stay informed and engaged with the school community
- Educate the school community about culinary and nutrition topics through presentations in the cafeteria
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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