KITCHEN MANAGER

Willard Peak; Bryant, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company paid Life Insurance

401k match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rite of Passage Team at the Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center (AJATC) in Bryant, Arkansas is hiring a Kitchen Manager to oversee meal service and kitchen operations for a secure residential program serving at-risk youth. The role emphasizes high standards of food quality, safety, and compliance with NSLP guidelines.

The position is full‑time with Monday–Friday shifts. Compensation starts at $55,000 annually with potential increases based on experience; solid benefits and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have ServSafe certification.
• Prior kitchen experience is required.
• At least two years of supervising 3+ employees.
• Must pass criminal background check, drug, TB tests.
• Must pass search of abuse registries and have a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality food and service to students, staff and customers.
• Ensure NSLP compliance and enforce kitchen guidelines.
• Review menus, prepare and submit food orders.
• Maintain inventory and ensure sanitation standards.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff.

Skills

Food service leadership

Team supervision

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or better

ServSafe certification

Job description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Kitchen Managerat The Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center (AJATC) in Bryant, Arkansas

AJATC is a secure residential program for at-risk male and female youth, located on 110 acres just outside of Little Rock, AR. Through our trained programming for staff, AJATC promotes a normalized high school experience, offers a safe environment and provides opportunities for positive change, as well as providing the unlimited potential for achievement and growth for students and staff. Our campus features residential student dormitories, on-site school and library, vocational training program, chapel, gymnasium, medical and an outdoor recreation area. We welcome ALL who are passionate about making a difference! So, come as you are and grow with us.

Pay: $55,000/annually; can increase based on experience.

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more!

What you will do: In this role, you will be primarily responsible for providing high-quality food and excellent service to every Rite of Passage student, employee, and customer. You will ensure compliance with all National School Lunch Program (NSLP) requirements and enforce established guidelines with the kitchen staff. Additional responsibilities include reviewing menus, preparing and submitting food orders, maintaining kitchen food and supply inventory, ensuring kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards are met, and training and supervising kitchen staff. Depending on the location, you will report directly to the Program Manager.

To be considered you should:

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Have a current ServSafe certificate.
• Prior experience in a kitchen setting is required
• Have at least two years of experience supervising 3 or more employees.
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test
• Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry
• must have a clean driving record as well as an active driver’s license.

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Monday-Friday (may vary depending on need of the site)

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Kithen Manager, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Education

Required

High School or better.

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