Elementary School Kitchen Lead

Plymouth-Canton Community Schools; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth-Canton Community Schools seeks an Elementary Cafeteria Manager at Hoben Elementary to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure food safety, and support menu compliance during meal service. The role serves as the on-site contact for kitchen staff and requires attention to documentation and inventory control.

Responsibilities include coordinating workflow, verifying deliveries, maintaining accurate records, and liaising with Food & Nutrition Services to uphold district standards and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years experience in institutional or school food service.
• Demonstrated understanding of food safety, sanitation, and USDA nutrition standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly with peers, supervisors, and school staff.
• Capable of maintaining accurate records and completing required documentation.

Responsibilities

• Organize food preparation, service, and clean-up per USDA guidelines.
• Coordinate kitchen workflow and task assignments for timely service.
• Verify deliveries, monitor inventory, and report discrepancies.
• Identify equipment issues and staffing concerns to leadership.
• Cooperates with inspections by Wayne County Health Dept. and USDA.
• Assist in completing production records, temperature logs, and delivery receipts.
• Monitor food safety and report deviations promptly.
• Serve as site liaison with Food & Nutrition Services leadership.
• Support onboarding and guidance for new staff and substitutes.
• Model exemplary customer service, sanitation, and meal presentation.

Skills

Clear communication

Food safety knowledge

Recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Plymouth-Canton Community Schools seeks an Elementary Cafeteria Manager at Hoben Elementary to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure food safety, and support menu compliance during meal service. The role serves as the on-site contact for kitchen staff and requires attention to documentation and inventory control.

Responsibilities include coordinating workflow, verifying deliveries, maintaining accurate records, and liaising with Food & Nutrition Services to uphold district standards and