Kitchen Manager: Lead Culinary Team & Catering

Educational Catering; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Catering is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, staff supervision, inventory control, and adherence to health and safety regulations for educational catering services. The role involves coordinating with management on menus and ensuring high-quality meal preparation for large groups.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in kitchen management within an educational or institutional setting, strong leadership, budgeting, and communication skills, and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree or certification in culinary arts, hospitality management, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a kitchen management role, preferably within an educational or institutional catering environment.
• Proven experience in menu planning, food preparation, and catering for large groups.
• Demonstrated experience in managing kitchen staff and coordinating catering events.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee the preparation and cooking of meals, ensuring consistency and adherence to recipes and quality standards.
• Coordinate catering services for educational events, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
• Maintain inventory levels, order supplies, and manage vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular inspections and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Develop and implement kitchen policies and procedures to optimize efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with management to design and update menus based on seasonal availability and customer preferences.
• Monitor food costs and work to minimize waste while maximizing profitability.
• Address customer inquiries and feedback professionally, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
• Stay updated on industry trends and continuously seek opportunities for improvement and innovation in kitchen operations.

Education

High school diploma

Culinary arts degree

Hospitality management degree

Job description

Educational Catering is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, staff supervision, inventory control, and adherence to health and safety regulations for educational catering services. The role involves coordinating with management on menus and ensuring high-quality meal preparation for large groups.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in kitchen management within an educational or institutional setting, strong leadership, budgeting, and communication skills, and a