Kitchen Coordinator I

SBSD Nutrition Services; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SBSD Nutrition Services in South Burlington, VT is seeking a Kitchen Coordinator I to support meal preparation and service for students and staff. The role emphasizes safe, efficient kitchen operations and adherence to district policies.

The ideal candidate has high school completion, 2+ years of large-scale cooking experience, and a ServeSafe Manager Certification (or equivalent) with a Vermont driver's license. Salary range listed and full-time hours offered.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years experience with large-scale cooking, food preparation and serving.
• Minimum 1 year of food production supervision.
• ServSafe Manager Certificate or equivalent; must obtain certification if required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper food preparation for meals (breakfast and lunch).
• Order food as directed by supervisor.
• Maintain logs (HAACP, refrigeration, receiving, cooking, temperature).
• Keep accurate daily kitchen records and production documents.
• Maintain kitchen and food safety per health department rules and district policies.
• Assist in daily cleaning of dishes, equipment and work areas.
• Operate cash register and handle cash-related tasks as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Large-scale cooking

Kitchen safety

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or GED

ServeSafe Manager Certification

Vermont Driver’s License

Job description

Kitchen Coordinator I

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Job Details

Job ID: 5564210

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

South Burlington School District

About South Burlington School District:

At South Burlington School District, we believe in supporting the whole employee - inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes amazing, competitively priced health insurance, dental coverage, sick time, professional time and other leaves. Additionally, we offer a robust retirement plan which for educators is through VT State Teachers Retirement; and for other staff consists of a 403b plan with up to 6% provided by the district. Employees may also enjoy professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, wellness initiatives, Employee Assistance Programs and meaningful work that directly impacts student success and community growth.

Job Title: Kitchen Coordinator I

Location: District Schools

Job Group: Non-Union Support Staff

Pay Level : Non Exempt, Non Union Pay Grade 8

Reports To: Nutrition Service Director

Summary: Coordinates and assists in the preparation and serving of quality food to students, faculty, and staff in an efficient and professional manner. Ensures that safe and efficient food preparation, service, and clean up processes are followed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring proper food preparation for meals, including, but not limited to Breakfast and Lunch.


• Orders food as directed by supervisor and/or department guidelines.


• Maintains daily and monthly logs, including but not limited to: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HAACP), refrigeration, receiving, cooking, and temperature.


• Ensures all food production records are accurate and properly completed on a daily basis.


• Maintains kitchen and food in accordance with local and state health department rules and school policies. Observes and ensures all staff follow proper hygiene and sanitation procedures in all aspects of daily duties.


• Works safely within established guidelines for lifting techniques and knife safety; keeps facility picked up and hazard free, and cooperates to keep co-workers safe.


• Remains current on job related knowledge, including but not limited to: sanitation, food borne illness, food contamination, cooking and holding temperatures (safe food handling). May attend training.


• Assists with the daily cleaning of all dishes, trays, kitchen equipment, and work areas in accordance with department standards.


• Operates a cash register and/or performs other payment related tasks such as collecting tickets and/or money and makes change. Performs daily cash-settlement functions: counts money and completes cash-related reports. May train others in cash registrar and/or cash-settlement functions.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience : Must be a High School graduate or have a General Educational Development Diploma (GED). Two or more years experience with large-scale cooking, food preparation, and serving and a minimum of 1 year of food production supervision.

Licenses and/or Certificates: Must hold a ServeSafe Manager Certificate or the equivalent or must be certified within a requested period of time. Valid Vermont Driver’s License.

Preferred Skills: Personal computer and spreadsheet experience. Effective organization skills and the demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously is required. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and School Board policies as they relate to the job responsibilities is essential. Ability to work in a friendly manner with co-workers and students. Basic knowledge of nutritional values in food served, food allergies, and diet restrictions. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Why Join SBSD?

• Supportive colleagues and leadership


• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion


• Professional growth and advancement


• Comprehensive benefits


• Meaningful work that impacts students daily

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24.48 to $26.49 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Organization-level Positions > Coordinator

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.


• High School/Trade School degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rhonda Ketner , Director


• SBSD Nutrition Services


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]