Kitchen Manager: Nutritious, Safe School Meals

The Goddard School of Chicago – West Loop; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food & snacks

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School of Chicago (River West) is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen operations in a warm, child-focused environment. You will plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals daily, while ensuring safety and compliance in a busy school setting.

Ideal candidates have prior kitchen management experience, certifications in food safety, and a passion for child wellness. Shift options run from early morning to early afternoon, with a background check required.

Qualifications

• Kitchen management experience in food service or institutional cooking.
• Valid Food Handler's Certificate or ServSafe Certification.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Experience in childcare/school setting is a plus.
• Ability to plan menus meeting USDA/CACFP guidelines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Warm, team-oriented demeanor with passion for child wellness.
• Shift is 6:45am–2:45pm or 6:30am–2:30pm.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks for children daily.
• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and food supply budgeting.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health code regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
• Coordinate meal schedules with classroom teachers and school administration.
• Monitor and accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special nutritional needs.
• Oversee kitchen equipment maintenance and report any issues promptly.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

Menu planning

Time management

Education

Food Handler's Certificate or ServSafe Certification

Job description

The Goddard School of Chicago (River West) is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen operations in a warm, child-focused environment. You will plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals daily, while ensuring safety and compliance in a busy school setting.

Ideal candidates have prior kitchen management experience, certifications in food safety, and a passion for child wellness. Shift options run from early morning to early afternoon, with a background check required.