Kitchen Supervisor - School

Minneapolis, MN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Description

St John the Baptist is a reputable elementary school located in New Brighton, Minnesota, dedicated to nurturing the whole child—physically, emotionally, spiritually, and academically. The school is committed to creating a supportive and enriching educational environment where students thrive through a balanced approach to learning and personal development. Located at 845 2nd Ave NW, the school serves a community of over 30 employees dedicated to educational excellence and student well-being. St John the Baptist embodies its mission by providing comprehensive care and support, integrating faith and academics to foster a joyful and holistic educational experience for every student.

The full-time position available is for a Lunch Program Supervisor, a pivotal role responsible for managing and overseeing the school's lunch program. This role offers an hourly wage of $20 to $25 and requires a dynamic individual capable of ensuring that student lunches are nutritious, comply with federal guidelines, and are operating within a specified budget. The supervisor plays a critical role in maintaining the operation, cleanliness, and staffing of the school kitchen. This professional will be expected to monitor and manage income and expenses to guarantee that the lunch program remains financially balanced while meeting nutritional standards.

The Lunch Program Supervisor will work closely with the school principal to establish and monitor the yearly budget and ensure adherence to all USDA and Minnesota School Nutrition Program guidelines. Responsibilities include planning and executing the monthly menu calendar, ordering and purchasing food supplies, maintaining inventory, and overseeing daily kitchen operations. This role demands oversight and leadership of kitchen staff, requiring skills in hiring, training, and evaluating personnel, along with schedule management and conducting staff meetings. A commitment to maintaining a positive, respectful, and professional environment is essential, alongside fostering good relationships with staff and collaborating with teachers and other members of the school community.

This role demands a person who embodies Joy, integrity, professionalism, and strong people skills. Confidentiality regarding lunch accounts and student information is vital, along with an unwavering commitment to government guidelines and the ethical management of the lunch program. The supervisor must be a Minnesota Certified Food Manager or be willing to obtain this certification within 60 days of hire. This opportunity is ideal for an individual passionate about child welfare and nutrition, possessing excellent organizational and computer skills, and able to navigate the financial and administrative aspects of running a school lunch program effectively.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
experience supervising adults
organizational skills
background check and Virtus class completion
ability to use computer applications
knowledge of government lunch program guidelines
financial literacy to manage budgets and reports
Minnesota Certified Food Manager certification or ability to obtain within 60 days

Job Qualifications

possess a high school diploma
possess experience supervising adults
show evidence of organizational skills
obtain background check complete Virtus class and sign an Employee Code of Conduct
show evidence of computer skills
have the ability to know understand and implement all government guidelines for a school lunch program
demonstrate evidence of how to read understand and analyze the financial reports and records needed to manage the program
must be a Minnesota Certified Food Manager (CFPM) or be able to obtain this credential within 60 days of hire

Job Duties

be present ready to work and on time for all scheduled hours
oversee the quality of the lunch program as a working director
establish yearly budget and monitor it monthly with the principal
plan and execute the monthly menus calendar
oversee daily kitchen operations including planning preparing and serving nutritious meals in compliance with USDA and Minnesota School Nutrition Program guidelines
order and purchase all food and create menus
maintain inventory
oversee budget and end of the month government guidelines paperwork
oversee employees in kitchen
be an example to all of a joy-filled person
interview and hire personnel as needed
train and orient new staff
monitor and evaluate staff in an ongoing fashion
establish and post work schedules as needed
conduct regular staff meetings
set up and attend classes as needed
know understand and implement government lunch guidelines
maintain appropriate conduct in the kitchen and cafeteria
use behavior that is professional collegial and respectful
maintain a positive environment
use good people skills
keep the principal appropriately informed
keep information regarding lunch accounts and student information confidential
conduct all activities with integrity and honesty
treat all employees as you would want to be treated
collaborate with teachers and other staff as needed