Kitchen Manager: Uplift Hampton Preparatory 26-27 SY

Hampton, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Exact $43,888.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Paid holidays

Job Description

Uplift Education is a renowned organization dedicated to creating and sustaining public schools of excellence. Located at Uplift Hampton Preparatory, the institution is committed to empowering each student to reach their highest potential in college and the global marketplace. The organization inspires students to develop a life-long love of learning, achievement, and service, which in turn helps them to positively change their world. Uplift Education has a strong mission centered on academic excellence and fostering a supportive environment for its students and staff alike. This company's culture promotes collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement, ensuring all team members contribute meaningfully to the school community and uphold the values of the institution.

The role of the Kitchen Manager at Uplift Hampton Preparatory is pivotal in leading the Child Nutrition Program (CNP) team at the campus level. This position involves managing day-to-day kitchen operations ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to public health and safety. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for supervising kitchen staff, managing food production, inventory, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety. This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $43,888. The role demands a hands-on approach, overseeing all facets of kitchen operations including staff training, food preparation, equipment maintenance, and financial reconciliations. The successful candidate will create a welcoming cafeteria environment and work closely with school staff and parents to support student nutrition and well-being.

The Kitchen Manager must ensure adherence to Child Nutrition program guidelines by producing accurate work schedules, managing absences, and providing feedback to encourage staff growth. Responsibilities also include ensuring proper storage of food and supplies, maintaining equipment, and reporting injuries promptly. Compliance with state safety and sanitation standards is critical, alongside supervising portion control and food production to meet USDA/TDA meal patterns. Another key aspect is inventory management, including ordering supplies and reconciling food production data using Titan Menu Daily software.

This role requires proficient communication skills to interact effectively with various personnel, students, and parents. The Kitchen Manager must foster a positive atmosphere in the cafeteria and support participation by presenting menus attractively. Additionally, the role involves collaboration with Operations Directors to coordinate meals for special events such as field trips and testing. Beyond managerial duties, the Kitchen Manager will assist with cooking, cleaning, and other kitchen tasks as needed. The position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the health and success of students by ensuring the delivery of nutritious meals within a safe and efficient kitchen environment. Uplift Education values diversity and inclusivity, supporting equal employment opportunities and accommodating employees’ individual needs.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
2 plus years experience in school food service or any food service including cooking, production, inventory with 1 plus in supervisory role
Must possess current SERV safe Kitchen Manager’s Certification before employment or ability to obtain within first 30 days of hire
Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions
Knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
Capable of operating small and large kitchen equipment and tools
Valid driver’s license
Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, students, and parents
Ability to motivate, delegate, and lead a team to accomplish goals
Ability to read, analyze, and apply understand and carry out instructions in written or oral English
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook) and use software as necessary (POS, clock in and out etc.)
Ability to use basic office equipment
Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations and basic finance understanding
Required to stand and walk for entire shift
Required to reach, balance, stoop, kneel, twist and bend often
Employees must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts
Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold and extreme heat
Criminal records check pre-hire and annually thereafter if applicable
Must be eligible to work in the United States and provide work authorization

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
2 plus years experience in school food service or any food service including cooking, production, and inventory
At least 1 year in supervisory role
Current SERV safe Kitchen Manager's Certification or ability to obtain within first 30 days of hire
Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups
Ability to manage and lead a team successfully
Valid driver’s license
Basic finance and cash handling skills
Ability to follow safety and sanitation standards
Ability to perform physical tasks related to kitchen work
Ability to maintain inventory and ordering systems

Job Duties

Oversee day-to-day operations within the kitchen adhering to Child Nutrition program guidelines
Supervise, manage, and cross train kitchen staff
Produce work schedules and manage employee absences
Provide formal, timely, and appropriate feedback on individual work performance and growth opportunities
Ensure storage of all food and supplies in the kitchen
Ensure adherence to State Safety and Sanitation guidelines
Monitor working condition of appropriate kitchen equipment
Report work-related injuries to Risk Management in a timely manner
Document required monthly safety training with the kitchen staff
Ensure that staff adhere to all standardized recipes on a continual basis
Ensure high standard of food quality through continual monitoring of staff during production and service
Ensure all methods of counting and claiming are compliant and accurate
Create a welcoming and friendly environment in cafeteria, kitchen, and at each point of service
Follow best practices for presenting menus and promoting participation
Manage production, order, and inventory
Responsible for data entry of planned production and actual amount served in Titan Menu Daily
Report recipe/menu errors to Director of Menus
Plan food production in System based on completed production records
Monitor portion control to ensure compliance with USDA/TDA meal patterns
Monitor level of inventory needed for production for central and vended kitchen adhering to inventory management process
Monitor weekly and physical inventory and maintain perpetual inventory
Monitor inventory records in Titan Perpetual Inventory System
Accountable for placing accurate order for production
Responsible for gas credit card reconciliations documentation submitted in a timely manner
Monitor food production and waste
Perform End of Day reconciliation with each cashier including daily cash drawer reconciliation, daily a la carte sales and inventory reconciliation
Adhere to standard accounting operating processes for cash handling
Oversee student/staff lunch account balances
Work with Operations Directors to coordinate meals for field trips and testing
Attend required trainings
Assist with other kitchen tasks as needed including delivering and/or transporting to secondary serving location, cooking, cleaning, servings
Establish and maintain positive relationship and continual open line of communication with all Uplift staff and parents
Other duties as assigned by FOM/Director