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Kitchen ManagerSFE • Avondale, AZ, United States
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Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager

SFE • Avondale, AZ, United States
15 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Run the Heart of School Meals - Become a Kitchen Manager!

Are you ready to lead a team, run a kitchen, and feed hundreds of students every day? As a Kitchen Manager, you'll take ownership of daily operations in a school cafeteria-managing staff, ensuring food safety, and delivering great service. If you have a passion for food, strong organization skills, and leadership experience, this is your chance to make a real impact in your community.

Position Summary

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for the daily food service operations at an assigned school site. This includes overseeing food preparation and service, training kitchen staff, managing inventory, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company policies. The role requires both hands-on support and leadership in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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

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
  • Physical & Work Environment Requirements

  • Ability to stand for full shift and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • Frequent walking, reaching, bending, and use of hands
  • Moderate kitchen noise level and fast-paced working conditions
  • Full-time schedule Monday through Friday, with some extended weeks as needed
  • May require participation in company meetings or trainings
  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Gender / Minority / Veterans / Disabled and participates with E-Verify Employment Eligibility Program

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