Dynamic Kitchen Manager Floater - Lead & Travel

Socket.dev; Colorado; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Kitchen Manager Floater to lead cafeteria operations across multiple school sites, traveling between locations as coverage is needed.

You will supervise kitchen teams, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and maintain accurate records while adapting to different kitchens daily.

This full-time role requires ServSafe certification, strong leadership, and a commitment to serving students with high-quality meals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ServSafe certification required (or must be obtained before start).
• Prior experience as a kitchen manager or lead preferred.
• Food service and inventory management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Travel between school sites to provide leadership and support for kitchen operations.
• Oversee food production, service quality, and safety standards.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff on recipes, sanitation, and safe equipment use.
• Maintain inventory, ordering, and receiving of food and supplies at each site.
• Monitor labor and adjust schedules to meet coverage and cost goals.
• Enforce ServSafe, HACCP, and child nutrition program regulations.
• Act as the site lead and point of contact during float assignments.
• Submit reports and complete administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Time management

Customer service

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe certification

Tools

POS systems

Computer literacy

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Kitchen Manager Floater to lead cafeteria operations across multiple school sites, traveling between locations as coverage is needed.

You will supervise kitchen teams, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and maintain accurate records while adapting to different kitchens daily.

This full-time role requires ServSafe certification, strong leadership, and a commitment to serving students with high-quality meals.