Kitchen Manager

Opaa! Food Management; Missouri; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations. This role involves monitoring food quality, training staff, and managing kitchen workflow. The ideal candidate will possess a High School Diploma or GED, along with a valid Serve Safe Certification. If you are passionate about food service and ready to lead a team, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company committed to diversity and excellence in food management!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or relevant experience required.
• Valid Serve Safe Certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily kitchen operations ensuring safety and health compliance.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Basic Math

Reasoning

Familiarity with Kitchen Equipment

Valid Serve Safe Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Position Summary

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for directing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen to ensure Opaa! standards are met and maintained, and the kitchen complies with all safety and health regulations.

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. operates in 8 states in the Midwest. Our pay rates vary depending on state and position. Please apply, and a Hiring Manager will discuss pay with you in more detail.

Functions of the Job

Essential Functions

Production

• Monitor food and food preparation to maintain quality standards for preparation, presentation, and sanitation.
• Promote customer service by investigating and resolving food quality and service complaints.
• Coordinate the preparation and daily transportation of meals to satellite buildings, where applicable.

Supervisory

• Conduct daily safety and production meetings with kitchen staff.
• Demonstrate and promote Opaa's Core Values and report concerns immediately.
• Supervise kitchen staff, delegate workflow, and address personnel issues.
• Train, cross-train, and certify all kitchen stations; perform any kitchen function as required.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and storage areas.

Compliance

• Maintain compliance with recipes, menu plans, and obtain approval for menu changes.
• Ensure adherence to timekeeping policies, HACCP, HHFKA, CACFP, and safety regulations; report issues promptly.

Administrative

• Coordinate and submit food and supply orders.
• Maintain accurate production records, inventory, participation counts, and logs.
• Conduct tray counts, reconcile reports, and ensure meals are reimbursable.
• Communicate regularly with the principal and attend management meetings.

Physical/Visual Activities or Demands

Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and lifting up to 25 pounds; exerting force over 60 pounds occasionally; specific vision abilities required.

Working Conditions

Inside and outside, exposure to moving parts, humid conditions, extreme heat, chemicals, cold, and loud noise levels.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma, GED, or relevant experience.

Skills: Reading, writing, basic math, reasoning, and familiarity with kitchen equipment. Valid Serve Safe Certification required.

Opaa! is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, or other protected statuses.