Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.63 - $26.11
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is a large and diverse urban school district committed to providing quality education and comprehensive services to its students. As one of the largest districts in Wisconsin, MPS operates numerous schools throughout the city, fostering an environment that supports academic achievement, health, and well-being for all students. In addition to academic programs, MPS dedicates significant resources to child nutrition services, recognizing the critical role that proper nutrition plays in student success and overall health. The Child Nutrition Program within MPS is designed to ensure that students have access to nutritious, appealing, and balanced meals throughout the school day, adhering strictly to federal, state, and local regulations. This commitment to student wellness is supported by dedicated staff who manage and operate the foodservice programs in each school.
The role of the School Kitchen Manager at Milwaukee Public Schools is central to the operation and success of the school foodservice program. This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of food production and service in an assigned school, ensuring that meals served meet high-quality standards while complying with the regulations of the Child Nutrition Program. The School Kitchen Manager plays a vital role in encouraging maximum student participation in the school meals program by maintaining an inviting and efficient foodservice environment. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $19.63 to $26.11 per hour and does not require working nights, weekends, or holidays, which is highly attractive to candidates seeking a stable schedule.
In this position, the School Kitchen Manager will actively engage in supervising daily food preparation and service, guaranteeing the delivery of nutritious meals that meet both quality and quantity standards. The manager supervises food service assistants and trainees, providing training, work scheduling, and performance evaluations. Maintaining compliance with established food safety and sanitation standards is crucial, as is ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal foodservice guidelines. The School Kitchen Manager also performs essential administrative duties including bookkeeping, processing requisitions, and inventory management. A strong emphasis on customer service and effective communication is essential in this role, which also involves attending mandatory meetings and training sessions. By joining Milwaukee Public Schools, the School Kitchen Manager supports the strategic plan of the district aimed at fostering a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive environment for students and staff alike. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of children in the public education system through expert foodservice management.
The role of the School Kitchen Manager at Milwaukee Public Schools is central to the operation and success of the school foodservice program. This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of food production and service in an assigned school, ensuring that meals served meet high-quality standards while complying with the regulations of the Child Nutrition Program. The School Kitchen Manager plays a vital role in encouraging maximum student participation in the school meals program by maintaining an inviting and efficient foodservice environment. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $19.63 to $26.11 per hour and does not require working nights, weekends, or holidays, which is highly attractive to candidates seeking a stable schedule.
In this position, the School Kitchen Manager will actively engage in supervising daily food preparation and service, guaranteeing the delivery of nutritious meals that meet both quality and quantity standards. The manager supervises food service assistants and trainees, providing training, work scheduling, and performance evaluations. Maintaining compliance with established food safety and sanitation standards is crucial, as is ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal foodservice guidelines. The School Kitchen Manager also performs essential administrative duties including bookkeeping, processing requisitions, and inventory management. A strong emphasis on customer service and effective communication is essential in this role, which also involves attending mandatory meetings and training sessions. By joining Milwaukee Public Schools, the School Kitchen Manager supports the strategic plan of the district aimed at fostering a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive environment for students and staff alike. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of children in the public education system through expert foodservice management.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Two years of recent full-time experience as a professional cook in a kitchen preparing at least 100 meals per sitting and producing a wide variety of food items in an institutional setting or a full-service restaurant
- Successful completion of Milwaukee Public Schools Nutrition Service Management Training Program OR minimum of one-year management experience as a food service manager
- Ability to become ServSafe certified within 6 months of employment and maintain certification
- Ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds
- Must pass criminal background check, drug/alcohol test and credential verification
- Ability to stand or walk for the majority of the workday
- Willingness to perform physical duties including bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy weighted items
- Must be able to work without nights, weekends, or holidays
- Ability to comply with MPS HACCP policy and safety procedures
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Associates degree in dietetics, food service, hospitality services preferred
- Two years of recent full-time experience as a professional cook in a kitchen preparing at least 100 meals per sitting and producing a wide variety of food items in an institutional setting or a full-service restaurant
- Successful completion of Milwaukee Public Schools Nutrition Service Management Training Program OR a minimum of one-year management experience working as a food service manager
- Education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree
- ServSafe Certification preferred
- Excellent knowledge of the food purchasing process and ability to work within a budget
Job Duties
- Actively engage and supervise the daily food preparation and service of high quality, nutritious meals to students and adults
- Ensures adherence to established local, state and federal guidelines and regulations for preparing, serving, counting and claiming meals
- Ensures compliance with food safety and sanitation standards in accordance with the local governing agency and MPS HACCP policy and safety procedures
- Supervises and trains food service assistants in their work by instructing them on daily tasks and preparing work schedules
- Supervises and trains food service manager trainees on the specifics of the position as needed
- Supervise staff to ensure consistent, prompt service and efficient use of time
- Supervises and assists in cleaning kitchens, storerooms, refrigerators and other kitchen equipment
- Monitors employee performance daily, documents improvements as needed, provides suggestions for improvement, recognizes outstanding work and completes evaluations
- Inspects food quality and quantity, recipe compliance, cafeteria cleanliness and service on a continual basis
- Responsible for kitchen bookkeeping activities, that include but not limited to, daily reports, production reports and deposits
- Processes all on-line food and stock requisitions
- Checks in all deliveries and maintains back of house inventory
- Practices exceptional customer service skills
- Attends required meetings and in-service trainings
- Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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