Haven Cafe and Catering Manager

Tulsa Public Schools; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Tulsa is seeking a Haven Cafe and Catering Manager to oversee culinary operations, ensuring high-quality food production and exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have significant culinary management experience and a passion for contributing to student success. This full-time position requires strong leadership and coordination skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Culinary certification or related experience preferred.
• 3-5 years management and catering experience required.
• Experience in kitchen or cafe management in hospitality or education sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations within the Education Service Center.
• Ensure high-quality food production and efficient kitchen management.
• Lead a team of kitchen and catering staff.

Skills

Culinary management

Customer service

Team leadership

Vendor coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary certification

Job description

Haven Cafe and Catering Manager at Tulsa Public Schools

Grade: Business Grade 06 | BG-06

Salary and benefits details are available in the district salary schedule and compensation website.

Position Summary

The ESC Kitchen, Cafe, and Catering Manager oversees all culinary operations within the Education Service Center (ESC), including the Haven Cafe and catering services across the District. This role ensures high-quality food production, efficient kitchen management, and exceptional customer service for both daily operations and special events. The manager leads a team of kitchen and catering staff, coordinates with vendors, and ensures compliance with health and safety regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Culinary certification or related experience preferred
• 3-5 years management and catering experience
• Previous experience in kitchen or cafe management within the hospitality or education sector

About Our District

At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Primary and Secondary Education