Kitchen Manager - Elementary

Douglas County School District; Colorado; On-site; USD 29,163 - 37,071; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental coverage

HSA and FSA options

District retirement plans (401(k)/403b

Paid time off and sick leave

Job summary

Douglas County School District’s Cougar Run Elementary is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all aspects of the kitchen, including food prep, staff supervision, inventory control, and regulatory compliance. This role focuses on safe, efficient meal service and strong community relations within the school.

The position requires leadership, training, HACCP practices, and the ability to manage production reports and budgets.

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders across school and district teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English; clear storytelling with data.
• Maintain a positive, professional demeanor in high-pressure environments.
• Adhere to district policies and procedures at all times.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills to meet deadlines.
• Display initiative and leadership in scheduling, training, and supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations, production, and staff supervision.
• Maintain production reports and inventory to meet budget and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate USDA/State standards training and ensure staff completes required hours.
• Manage food costs, procurement, and vendor relations while ensuring accuracy of records.
• Responder to parent/staff inquiries and resolve issues promptly and discreetly.
• Train and develop kitchen staff; lead HACCP and safety training for all personnel.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication (oral/written)

Positive attitude

Policy compliance

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Manager Certification (within 6 months)

Job description

Kitchen Manager - ElementarySkip to main content#Kitchen Manager - Elementary page is loaded## Kitchen Manager - ElementaryApplylocations: Cougar Run Elementarytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 29, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: Req-00080729## Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out.*REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!*## **Job Posting Title:**Kitchen Manager - Elementary## Job Description:Responsible for the overall management of the kitchen, including all aspects of food preparation and service, supervision of staff, and training. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Frequent standing, reaching, lifting (including occasional overhead lifting), bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, climbing, pushing, twisting, and pulling items weighing 40 lbs or less. Standing or walking 75% of the work day - Occasional climbing and balancing using step stool - Repetitive motions including lifting, keypad entry, typing, chopping, filling and sealing packaging. Make fast repeated movements of fingers, hands and wrists - Use both hands to grasp, grip, move or operate objects or equipment## Position Specific Information (if Applicable):## Responsibilities:Maintain meals per labor hour to a Profit and Loss ratio to meet business requirements.Must annually complete all USDA Mandatory Professional Standards training hours, as required by position category. Must ensure all Kitchen Staff complete their annual Professional Standards training hours.Responsible for Production Management and daily Production Reports to ensure regulatory compliance, correct serving size, minimal waste, and theft control. Monitor sales lines for customer control; record supervisor site visits. Ensure all staff can recognize a reimbursable meal.Handles employee issues with discretion and confidentiality. Follows district Human Resources policies. Have critical conversations with staff to manage performance. Must have leadership skills; ability to plan, organize, direct, coordinate and delegate responsibilities to food service staff. Must have critical thinking skills to problem solve issues as they arise. Receive and respond to parent/staff/student complaints in a timely and professional manner. Let Supervisor know of all issues that arise quickly.Maintain food inventory to a Profit and Loss ratio to meet business requirements. Place all orders by deadlines given. Ensure inventory is accurate in the Inventory system at all times.Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.Oversee the sanitation and cleaning of all kitchen facilities, equipment, and areas. Maintain the security of the unit. Follow safe/acceptable food preparation practices. Responsible for health inspections and site reviews of the kitchen.Stays current on all District and Department communications including voicemail, email and newsletters. Shares all information with Kitchen staff in a timely manner.Train and develop kitchen staff. Creates and develops new training, revises existing material to enhance employee performance. Deliver safety and HACCP training to all kitchen personnel; monitor safety and HACCP practices. Manage and train up to 4 kitchen assistants. Ensure growth opportunities and cross training for all employees.Maintain food costs to a Profit and Loss ratio to meet business requirements.Maintain all kitchen financial records, including deposits and forms, and reports for the Colorado Department of Education (CDE). Ensures accurate collection, counting and recording of all cash collected at the site. Monitor compliance of all school food service regulatory agencies. Actively pursue upcoming regulatory changes and provide sustainable solutions. Responsible for the breakfast program, if applicable.Pursue opportunities to create positive relationships with the surrounding community, including other Nutrition Services staff, school staff, students and parents. Must have a focus on customer service. Must be pleasant, cooperative and able to work with a wide variety of people. Flexibility in learning new concepts, cooperates with others, and adapts to a variety of assignments and conditions.Approve and ensure accurate payroll for employees on a monthly basis. Approve employee time off and manage proper staffing at site. Works with Manager and Central office to ensure coverage of absences and turnover.## Certifications:ServSafe Manager Certification within 6 months of hire - ServSafe## Education:High School or Equivalent## Skills:Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Effective oral and written communication skills, Maintains a generally positive attitude, Observes all District policies and procedures, Strong organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions## Position Type:Regular## Primary Location:Cougar Run Elementary## One Year Only (Yes or No):No## Scheduled Hours Per Week:35## FTE:0.88## Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:172 Work Days* *(260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)*## **Minimum Hire Rate:**$21.17 USD Hourly## **Maximum Hire Rate:**$26.91 USD Hourly## Full Salary Range:$21.17 USD - $32.65 USD Hourly* *All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.*## Benefits:This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.## Time Off Plans:This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.## This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:September 29, 2026