Campus Kitchen Manager - Lead & Elevate Meals

Vertex Education; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading pay

Medical benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time-off

Job summary

Legacy Traditional Schools is seeking a versatile Food Service Supervisor to coordinate daily kitchen operations at a campus with high needs. You will manage the Food Service Team, ensure safety, quality, inventory, and customer service, and step into cook, cashier, or manager roles as required.

This role emphasizes HACCP compliance, staff training, and collaboration with school administrators to deliver nutritious meals on time while maintaining profitability and a positive dining experience

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Food Handler’s Certificate/Card required; Manager Certification preferred.
• Four years of food handling, service or cashiering experience.
• Two years lead/supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of HACCP procedures and safety standards.
• Ability to work across roles (cook, cashier, manager) as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct day-to-day activities of the campus Food Service Team.
• Ensure food quality standards, inventory, and customer service expectations are met.
• Assist with opening/closing tasks and training of staff.
• Monitor HACCP records and temperature/sanitation logs.
• Order and receive food, rotate stock, and maintain a sanitary storage area.
• Collaborate with school staff and administrators to support student meals.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Food service operations

HACCP compliance

Food preparation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Handler Certification

Manager Certification

Tools

POS / Cash register

Inventory management

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Legacy Traditional Schools is seeking a versatile Food Service Supervisor to coordinate daily kitchen operations at a campus with high needs. You will manage the Food Service Team, ensure safety, quality, inventory, and customer service, and step into cook, cashier, or manager roles as required.

This role emphasizes HACCP compliance, staff training, and collaboration with school administrators to deliver nutritious meals on time while maintaining profitability and a positive dining experience