Kitchen Manager Needed for School Food Service

Maschio's Food Service Inc.; Spotswood (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mon-Fri schedule

Day shift hours

No weekends

No holidays

Summers off

Job summary

Maschio's Food Service Inc. is seeking a dependable Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations for our school food service program.

This role focuses on producing nutritious meals, following NSLP guidelines, and leading a team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has kitchen management experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage inventory, safety procedures, and administrative duties.

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.

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 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 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.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food safety

Sanitation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Inventory management

Food preparation

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.