Kitchen Operations Lead – Quality, Safety & Training

Opaa-Food-Management,-Inc.; Poteau (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Manager to direct day-to-day kitchen operations, ensure Opaa! standards, and maintain safety and health compliance across sites in Oklahoma.

You will lead staff, coordinate meal preparation and distribution, maintain records, and manage inventory while upholding HACCP and CACFP guidelines. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving in a fast-paced school-food service environment.

Qualifications

• Education as specified: High School Diploma, GED, or relevant experience.
• Serve Safe Certification; required per state varies.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor food quality and sanitation to meet standards.
• Investigate and resolve food quality and service complaints.
• Coordinate meal preparation and daily transportation to satellite buildings.
• Supervise kitchen staff and conduct daily safety meetings.
• Maintain HACCP, CACFP, and safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Time management

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Relevant Experience Required

Tools

Dishwasher

Steamer/Kettle

Oven

Thermometers

Boss software

Job description

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Manager to direct day-to-day kitchen operations, ensure Opaa! standards, and maintain safety and health compliance across sites in Oklahoma.

You will lead staff, coordinate meal preparation and distribution, maintain records, and manage inventory while upholding HACCP and CACFP guidelines. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving in a fast-paced school-food service environment.