Food Service Lead-Cedar Falls High School

Cedar Falls Community School District; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-Friendly Schedule

Meaningful Work

Growth & Learning

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Cedar Falls Community School District is seeking a Food Service Lead at Cedar Falls High School to oversee kitchen operations, support staff, and ensure safe, delicious meals for students. You’ll lead prep, meal production, and collaboration across district schools with a focus on quality and safety.

The role emphasizes teamwork, training, and efficient service in a fast-paced school kitchen, with a 7.5-hour day aligned to the school calendar and access to benefits and professional growth

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; ServSafe Certification.
• Driver's license with clean record for deliveries.
• Experience in institutional/K-12 nutrition or lead roles is a plus.
• Basic math for recipe conversions and inventory tracking.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals using standardized recipes and proper portioning.
• Lead kitchen activities, train staff, and foster a positive team environment.
• Maintain safety, sanitation, and accurate production records.
• Oversee inventory, receiving, and deliveries between sites with basic IT use.
• Coordinate food staging and delivery for satellite schools and events.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Team leadership

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Food Service Lead-Cedar Falls High School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5969817

Application Deadline: Dec 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Are you passionate about culinary service and making a positive impact on students' daily lives? As a Food Service Lead, you will play a key role in delivering fresh, nutritious, and delicious meals to our school community. You will lead kitchen operations, support team members, maintain high standards of safety and flavor, and ensure our meal programs run smoothly across assigned district schools.

Meal Preparation & Culinary Operations

• Prepare high-quality meal items using standardized recipes, safe culinary techniques, and proper portion control.
• Participate in recipe testing and new product development to keep menus exciting and appetizing.
• Prepare special dietary meals accurately according to directions and student needs.
• Evaluate food quality by sight, taste, and smell to ensure high standards before serving.
• Coordinate food staging and delivery for satellite school meals and outside district events.

Kitchen Leadership & Team Support

• Provide guidance, coaching, and direction to kitchen team members during daily operations.
• Assist in training staff on standardized recipes, portioning, and proper equipment operation.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and friendly environment for staff and students.
• Step in flexibly to assist across all areas of the kitchen whenever needed.

Food Safety, Sanitation & Quality Control

• Maintain clean, orderly work areas, equipment, freezers, and storage rooms in accordance with health safety guidelines.
• Ensure proper food thawing, cooling, and cooking temperatures, maintaining accurate production records.
• Calibrate thermometers regularly and maintain immaculate sanitation standards.
• Adhere to district dress code and personal hygiene guidelines for food safety.

Inventory, Logistics & Administrative Duties

• Maintain daily inventory records of food and non-food supplies used within the department.
• Inform the Food Service Manager promptly of inventory needs, supplies, and equipment care requirements.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing food and supply deliveries.
• As needed, operate a district delivery vehicle to transport food/supplies between schools or satellite locations in a safe and timely manner.
• Use basic computer skills to log food production, inventory data, and routine communications.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent; valid ServSafe Certification (or commitment to complete the June after hire.).
• Driver's License: Valid driver's license with a clear driving record (for delivery/satellite school needs).
• Experience: Prior experience in institutional/K-12 nutrition or team lead roles is a plus.
• Skills & Abilities:
• Basic math skills for recipe conversions and inventory tracking.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a team-first, student-centered approach.
• Ability to multi-task, stays organized, and work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen setting.
• Physical & Pre-Employment Requirements: Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs as needed; completion of post-offer physical, drug screening and standard background checks.

Why Join Our District Team?

• Family-Friendly Schedule: Align your work hours (7.5 hours per day) with the school calendar-summers, holidays, and weekends off!
• Meaningful Work: Directly support student health, learning, and well-being every day.
• Growth & Learning:ServSafe certification sponsorship, and career development opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access to health, vision, dental, retirement plans, and paid leave options.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Allison Ketter , Food Service Director
• Food Service Office
• Email: [e-mail]