Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.00 - $21.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
stable work schedule
Job Description
Our company is dedicated to providing nutritious and delicious meals to students across various schools, ensuring that every child has access to healthy food options throughout the school day. As a leader in school food service, we have built a reputation for quality, safety, and commitment to community wellness. Our mission centers on supporting student health and academic success through excellent meal programs administered in safe, hygienic, and welcoming cafeteria environments. We believe in the power of food to fuel learning and promote positive eating habits that last a lifetime.
The role of Kitchen Manager is a vital leadership position within our school food service operations. This full-time role requires a dynamic individual who can manage the daily activities of a school kitchen with vigor and precision. The Kitchen Manager oversees everything from food preparation to staff supervision, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and federal regulations. Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, enforcing sanitation standards, managing schedules, and providing exceptional customer service to students and school staff. This position offers an opportunity to impact the nutritional wellbeing of hundreds of students daily while developing valuable management and operational skills. The Kitchen Manager must have a passion for food, leadership ability, organizational skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive and efficient kitchen environment. If you are eager to lead a team, manage a vital food operation, and contribute to your community, this role will provide a rewarding career path in school nutrition services.
The role of Kitchen Manager is a vital leadership position within our school food service operations. This full-time role requires a dynamic individual who can manage the daily activities of a school kitchen with vigor and precision. The Kitchen Manager oversees everything from food preparation to staff supervision, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and federal regulations. Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, enforcing sanitation standards, managing schedules, and providing exceptional customer service to students and school staff. This position offers an opportunity to impact the nutritional wellbeing of hundreds of students daily while developing valuable management and operational skills. The Kitchen Manager must have a passion for food, leadership ability, organizational skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive and efficient kitchen environment. If you are eager to lead a team, manage a vital food operation, and contribute to your community, this role will provide a rewarding career path in school nutrition services.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain prior to start
- Food service experience
- Prior supervisory or management experience preferred
- Ability to manage inventory and ordering preferred
- Strong communication skills
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to work around children and in a school setting
- Successful completion of background check and fingerprint screening
- Basic math and computer skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- ServSafe certification required or must be willing to obtain prior to start
- Food service experience required
- School nutrition experience preferred
- Prior supervisory experience strongly preferred
- Inventory and ordering experience preferred
- Strong communication, time management, and multitasking skills
- Reliable transportation required
- Comfortable working around children and within a school environment
- Must pass a background check and fingerprint screening
- Experience with POS systems and online reporting preferred
- Basic math and computer literacy required
Job Duties
- Oversee all food production and service to meet quality, safety, and portion standards
- Train and supervise kitchen staff on recipes, equipment safety, and sanitation
- Prepare daily and weekly paperwork, reports, and schedules
- Monitor inventory and ensure proper ordering, receiving, and storage of supplies
- Maintain equipment cleanliness and report any repair needs
- Enforce compliance with HACCP, health department regulations, and ServSafe standards
- Manage labor and ensure schedules align with staffing and budget needs
- Uphold company policies and administer fair, consistent performance evaluations
- Ensure accurate temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and food safety documentation
- Follow proper cash handling and reconciliation procedures
- Act as the on-site leader responsible for smooth, safe, and efficient kitchen operations
- Submit reports and complete tasks on time as assigned
- Perform other duties as needed to support the school and food service program
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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