Assistant Kitchen Manager

Sioux Falls Food Co; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Gym membership

Job summary

A local food cooperative in Sioux Falls is seeking a full-time Assistant Kitchen Manager to lead daily operations in the deli and prepared foods department. This role involves training staff, ensuring food quality, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have prior experience in a commercial kitchen with proven leadership skills. The position includes evenings and weekends, with a salary range of $46,000-$50,000 and benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen, preferably in deli or natural foods.
• Leadership experience is a must.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (ServSafe preferred).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations for hot bar and deli case.
• Train and support kitchen staff for teamwork.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with menu planning and inventory management.

Skills

Knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Leadership

Organizational skills

Job description

The Sioux Falls Food Co‑op is seeking a full‑time Assistant Kitchen Manager to help lead the daily operations of our deli and prepared foods department. This hands‑on role supports kitchen production, purchasing, and staff supervision to ensure high‑quality, fresh, made‑from‑scratch food and excellent service in a fast‑paced, cooperative environment.

What You’ll Do

Lead daily kitchen operations for hot bar, deli case, and grab‑and‑go items.

Work alongside the team in prep and cooking, ensuring food quality, consistency, and presentation.

Train, guide, and support kitchen staff to foster teamwork and efficiency.

Maintain food safety, sanitation, and labeling standards.

Assist with menu planning, inventory management, and catering production.

Help open and close the kitchen following established procedures.

What We’re Looking For

Prior experience in a commercial kitchen; deli, natural foods, or co‑op experience preferred.

Proven leadership or supervisory experience.

Strong knife skills and working knowledge of food safety standards (ServSafe preferred).

Reliable, organized, and able to thrive in a busy kitchen environment.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work standing for extended periods.

Full‑time, position including evenings (done by 8 p.m.) and weekends.

Salary of $46,000-$50,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes health, dental, and life insurance, retirement plan with company match and gym membership.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.