K-12 School Kitchen Lead: Scratch Cooking & Catering

FLIK Independent School Dining

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 73,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance / AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Commuter Benefits

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

FSAs

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Flik Independent School Dining in New York, NY is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations within a vibrant K–12 school dining program. You will assist with daily food production, menu development, catering execution, inventory management, and supervision of hourly kitchen staff.

The ideal candidate brings scratch cooking expertise, strong leadership, and a passion for healthy, kid-friendly meals. You will mentor staff, support cost controls, and help deliver nutritious meals and

Qualifications

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience.
2+ years of dynamic culinary or kitchen management experience; K-12 or contract dining preferred.
ServSafe certification highly preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office and related tools.

Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and supervision of back-of-house staff.
Support inventory management, ordering, and waste reduction.
Plan, develop, and implement menus aligned with standards and nutrition guidelines.
Lead catering events with high-quality food, presentation, and service.
Collaborate with culinary team on new programs and initiatives.
Ensure HACCP compliance and food safety practices.
Maintain cleanliness and organization across kitchen areas.
Mentor hourly staff and foster a collaborative kitchen culture.
Champion a safe, inclusive work environment aligned with school values.