Assistant Kitchen Manager

SLA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The SLA-sponsored school dining program is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily operations, supervise staff, and ensure food safety compliance in a school kitchen. You will work closely with the Kitchen Manager to maintain high standards of quality and service.

You will assist with menu planning, inventory control, and training, helping staff improve skills and efficiency while delivering a positive dining experience for students and staff alike.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of kitchen experience, preferably in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Kitchen Manager in daily kitchen operations and staff supervision.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Help in menu planning and food preparation to meet nutritional guidelines.
• Manage inventory, including ordering and receiving food supplies.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to improve their culinary skills and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree or certification (preferred)

Job description

About The Role

The Assistant Kitchen Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen. This position is responsible for assisting the Kitchen Manager in overseeing food preparation, staff management, and compliance with health and safety regulations. The Assistant Kitchen Manager will work closely with kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food quality and service, while also managing inventory and ordering supplies as needed. Additionally, this role involves training and mentoring kitchen staff to enhance their skills and efficiency. Ultimately, the Assistant Kitchen Manager contributes to creating a positive dining experience for students and staff alike.

About The Role

The Assistant Kitchen Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen. This position is responsible for assisting the Kitchen Manager in overseeing food preparation, staff management, and compliance with health and safety regulations. The Assistant Kitchen Manager will work closely with kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food quality and service, while also managing inventory and ordering supplies as needed. Additionally, this role involves training and mentoring kitchen staff to enhance their skills and efficiency. Ultimately, the Assistant Kitchen Manager contributes to creating a positive dining experience for students and staff alike.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in a kitchen environment, preferably in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary degree or certification.
• Experience working in a school or institutional food service setting.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Kitchen Manager in daily kitchen operations and staff supervision.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Help in menu planning and food preparation to meet nutritional guidelines.
• Manage inventory, including ordering and receiving food supplies.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to improve their culinary skills and efficiency.

Skills

The required skills for this position include strong leadership and communication abilities, which are essential for effectively managing kitchen staff and ensuring a collaborative work environment. Organizational skills are vital for managing inventory and ensuring that food supplies are ordered in a timely manner. Culinary skills are necessary for assisting in food preparation and menu planning, allowing the Assistant Kitchen Manager to contribute creatively to the dining experience. Additionally, knowledge of food safety practices is crucial for maintaining a safe and healthy kitchen environment. Preferred skills, such as experience in school food service, enhance the candidate's ability to understand the unique needs of the student population.