Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $40,400.00 - $64,800.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Monday-Friday daytime schedule
Paid holidays
Paid Time Off
401(k) retirement plan
Free Meal Every Shift
Limited medical benefit plan
Job Description
Lunchtime Solutions is a prominent foodservice management company specializing in delivering high-quality meal programs primarily in educational institutions. Partnering with school districts, Lunchtime Solutions is committed to providing nutritious, delicious, and well-balanced meals that support the health and academic performance of students and staff. Their mission revolves around fostering a positive foodservice experience while upholding the highest standards of food safety, quality, and sustainability. With a reputation for innovative meal planning and exceptional service, Lunchtime Solutions strives to be a trusted partner for schools, enhancing student well-being through excellent nutrition.
The company is currently seeking a motivated and organized Kitchen Manager to join their team on-site at the Lake City School District. This is a hands-on leadership role designed for someone passionate about managing daily kitchen operations and leading a team to deliver outstanding meal service. The Kitchen Manager will work Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 2:00 pm, offering an excellent work-life balance with no evenings, weekends, or holiday shifts.
As Kitchen Manager, you will oversee all aspects of food production and kitchen management to ensure meals are prepared efficiently, on time, and meet strict quality and nutritional standards. You will coordinate inventory, ordering, food safety compliance, and team supervision to maintain smooth kitchen operations and support special dietary needs and catering requests. This role involves direct interaction with kitchen staff, school personnel, and supervisors to maintain clear communication and resolve any operational concerns. Additionally, you will support staff development through training and coaching to build a cohesive, skilled team dedicated to excellent customer service.
This position is ideal for an individual with prior foodservice supervisory experience who is detail-oriented, dependable, and possesses a strong commitment to food safety and customer satisfaction. The role requires physical stamina to handle kitchen duties and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include a competitive schedule aligned with the school calendar, paid holidays and time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, access to a limited medical benefit plan, and a free meal during each shift. Lunchtime Solutions fosters a supportive culture emphasizing teamwork, integrity, passion, and a healthy work-life balance.
If you take pride in your work and share a dedication to nourishing students through quality meals, this Kitchen Manager opportunity at Lunchtime Solutions offers a rewarding career path with meaningful impact. We encourage individuals who embrace our core values and commitment to excellence to consider joining our growing team.
The company is currently seeking a motivated and organized Kitchen Manager to join their team on-site at the Lake City School District. This is a hands-on leadership role designed for someone passionate about managing daily kitchen operations and leading a team to deliver outstanding meal service. The Kitchen Manager will work Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 2:00 pm, offering an excellent work-life balance with no evenings, weekends, or holiday shifts.
As Kitchen Manager, you will oversee all aspects of food production and kitchen management to ensure meals are prepared efficiently, on time, and meet strict quality and nutritional standards. You will coordinate inventory, ordering, food safety compliance, and team supervision to maintain smooth kitchen operations and support special dietary needs and catering requests. This role involves direct interaction with kitchen staff, school personnel, and supervisors to maintain clear communication and resolve any operational concerns. Additionally, you will support staff development through training and coaching to build a cohesive, skilled team dedicated to excellent customer service.
This position is ideal for an individual with prior foodservice supervisory experience who is detail-oriented, dependable, and possesses a strong commitment to food safety and customer satisfaction. The role requires physical stamina to handle kitchen duties and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include a competitive schedule aligned with the school calendar, paid holidays and time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, access to a limited medical benefit plan, and a free meal during each shift. Lunchtime Solutions fosters a supportive culture emphasizing teamwork, integrity, passion, and a healthy work-life balance.
If you take pride in your work and share a dedication to nourishing students through quality meals, this Kitchen Manager opportunity at Lunchtime Solutions offers a rewarding career path with meaningful impact. We encourage individuals who embrace our core values and commitment to excellence to consider joining our growing team.
Job Requirements
- HS diploma or GED preferred
- 1+ year of food service experience in a supervisory role preferred
- ServSafe certification or willingness to complete
- valid drivers license and insurable driving record
- ability to manage multiple priorities, follow procedures, and maintain food-safety standards
- comfort using computer systems including Microsoft Office, POS systems, and food-service software
- physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks
- dependability and integrity
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- one or more years of food service experience in a supervisory role preferred
- ServSafe certification or willingness to complete
- valid drivers license and insurable driving record
- ability to manage multiple priorities, follow procedures, and maintain food-safety standards
- comfort using computer systems like Microsoft Office, POS systems, and food-service software
- ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients, and convert quantities for large batches
- dependability, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service
- ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks
Job Duties
- Lead daily food production by preparing meals, following recipes, ensuring serving-time readiness, and supporting special diets and catering needs
- keep the kitchen organized and compliant by maintaining clean work areas, overseeing storage organization using FIFO, completing HACCP logs, production records, inventories, and monitoring participation trends and gross-margin controls
- champion food safety by monitoring safe practices, coaching team members, and ensuring HACCP, HAZCOM, and safety checklists are completed and followed
- provide daily leadership by acting as the point of contact in the kitchen, helping troubleshoot issues, reinforcing policies, and supporting team communication
- manage inventory and ordering by placing food and supply orders, adjusting menus when needed, and maintaining prep lists and freezer pulls
- support and develop the team by training staff, coaching as needed, and filling in across district kitchens when required
- communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, school staff, and customers, sharing feedback, needs, and operational updates
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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