Kitchen Manager Needed for School Food Service

Maschio's Food Service Inc.; Old Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monday through Friday schedule

Day shift hours

No weekends

No holidays

Summers off!

Opportunity to make a difference in a)

Job summary

Maschio's Food Service Inc. seeks an organized Kitchen Manager to oversee daily school kitchen operations, ensuring nutritious meals and adherence to NSLP guidelines.

You will lead kitchen staff, manage schedules, and maintain HACCP records while upholding food safety standards. This role focuses on a team-driven, school-based environment with day shift hours, Monday through Friday, no weekends, and Summers off.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen management or food service experience preferred.
• K-12 school food service experience is a plus!
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including breakfast and lunch meal production.
• Supervise, support, and assist kitchen staff while managing staffing needs and daily schedules.
• Ensure meals are prepared according to recipes and NSLP guidelines.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, portioning, and serving.
• Maintain HACCP-based production records and required documentation.
• Monitor food quality, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Ensure proper PPE usage and safe food handling practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies.
• Maintain staff rosters and assist with administrative duties.
• Handle cash, operate the register, and ensure accurate transactions.
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and customer service.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

HACCP compliance

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Inventory management

Food preparation expertise

Job description

We are seeking a dependable, motivated, and experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations for our school food service program.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a team-oriented environment while making a positive impact on students through nutritious, quality meals.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including breakfast and lunch meal production.
• Supervise, support, and assist kitchen staff while managing staffing needs and daily schedules.
• Ensure all meals are prepared according to recipes and USDA National School Lunch Program (NSLP) guidelines.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, portioning, and serving.
• Complete and maintain HACCP-based food production records and required documentation.
• Monitor food quality, food safety, and proper sanitation procedures.
• Ensure employees follow safe food handling practices and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies from various vendors.
• Maintain staff rosters and assist with administrative duties.
• Handle cash, operate the register, and maintain accurate transactions.
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen management or food service experience preferred.
• K-12 school food service experience is a plus!
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with food preparation, cooking, inventory, and ordering.
• Must be able to obtain required clearances and documentation to work in a school setting.

Why Join Our Team?

• Monday through Friday schedule
• Day shift hours
• No weekends
• No holidays
• Summers off!
• Opportunity to make a difference in students' daily lives

If you are an organized, hands-on leader with a passion for food service and teamwork, we would love to hear from you!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.