Kitchen Satellite Lead

Boulder Valley School District; Boulder, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

EcoPass

Job summary

Boulder Valley School District is seeking a Kitchen Satellite Lead at Boulder High School to oversee daily food-service operations, forecast meal counts, and ensure high-quality, compliant meal service in alignment with the District’s policies.

The role provides on-the-job training to Food Service Assistants and collaborates with school staff to create an inclusive dining environment for students and staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of professional experience in food service.
• English proficiency for reading/writing/speaking.
• Must pass post-offer physical and Math test.
• Must pass FS Online Training Assessment.
• Operate kitchen equipment proficiently.
• Knowledge of back-of-house software inventory/production.
• Knowledge of POS software.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely preparation of meals per menu and recipes.
• Inform staff and school community about BVSD Wellness Policy and program goals.
• Record temperature logs and ensure HACCP/ServSafe compliance.
• Maintain inventory, orders, production data, and daily sales reports.
• Keep kitchen and storage areas clean; supervise FSAs.
• Lead meal service and promote student meal participation.
• Ensure safe, compliant food handling and storage.

Skills

English proficiency

Lift 50 lbs

Keyboard/computer literacy

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Back of house software inventory and production module

Point of Sale software

Job description

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:BOULDER

School:Boulder High School

Position Title: Kitchen Satellite Lead

Position Start Date: September 21, 2026

Position Type: Unit C-Food Services

FTE: 0.813 - 32.52 hours per week - Regular, ongoing

Work Schedule: 9 Month - Hourly

Pay Range:* $24.43 - $30.51

Salary Range: $24.43 - $33.66

Closing Date: September 15, 2026

Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD

Summary:

The Kitchen Satellite Lead (KSL) is responsible for daily food-service operations at their assigned school, and ensuring high-quality, compliant meal service that reflects the District’s Food Services philosophy and Wellness Policy. The role forecasts meal counts, prepares meals according to menus and standardized recipes, and forecasted meal counts; utilizes back of house software; maintains accurate production, inventory, ordering, and point-of-sale records; and ensures proper food rotation, labeling, storage, and sanitation. The KSL operates and maintains food-service equipment, completes required temperature logs, and follows all HACCP, ServSafe, and safety standards. This position provides on-the-job training and daily direction to Food Service Assistants, collaborates with school staff and administrators, and fosters an inclusive environment for students, staff, families, and the school community.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely preparation of meals according to the planned menu and prescribed recipes, including proper reheating of main courses, side dishes and salad bar preparation according to the BVSD FS Department Standard Operating Procedures.
• Understand and communicate the BVSD Food Services Program philosophy and inform FS staff and the school community of the District Wellness Policy, meals, food sources, recipes, and overall Food Services program goals on a daily basis.
• Record and maintain temperature logs for equipment, food production, and food transport, as outlined in the BVSD FS Standard Operating Procedures. Comply with federal, state, and district regulations and policies, including, but not limited to, HACCP, ServSafe, and safety and sanitation. Read and post the Food Service newsletter, run student allergen reports, and follow established procedures for preparing and serving meals to students with allergies.
• Maintain accurate inputting of orders, receiving, inventory, and inputting of production and meal count data using back of house software, as required for compliance with the National School Lunch Program and other school meal programs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen, cafeteria, and storage areas, including walk‑ins, refrigeration, freezers, dry storage, and site offices, and end‑of‑day cleaning and shutdown.
• Lead meal service periods at the assigned school site. Provide service in a server or cashier capacity, following menu instructions, portion sizes, and proper equipment use. Participates in special events such as Rainbow Days and tastings and promotes student meal participation.
• Maintain efficient and smooth flow of service and work closely with coworkers to assure that students, staff, and faculty have a pleasurable dining experience, and that all students are provided with a meal in compliance with USDA Guidelines.
• Maintain accurate reporting of sales transactions, account balances, collection of funds, and preparation of daily deposit slips, daily reports, and deposits for bank pickups using point of sale software.
• Ensure freshness of prepared items by implementing proper rotation of food items prepared, properly wrapping and labeling prepared food items, and preparing only the amounts of food items as assigned.
• Use and maintain institutional food service equipment, including ovens, steamers, and commercial dishwashers. Communicate with the Food Service District Manager regarding needed repairs and equipment maintenance. Maintains kitchen equipment per department SOPs.
• Foster district commitment to excellence and equity by ensuring that employees and students are valued, respected and provided a positive work/learning environment.
• Provide on‑the‑job training for all kitchen staff, direct the daily work of Food Service Assistants (FSAs) in the assigned kitchen, and participate in training new Kitchen Satellite Leads.
• Establish positive relations with internal and external customers, including students, staff, and school administration, parents, and community members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of professional experience in: Food Service Work
• Completed and submitted BVSD online application.
• Communicate (read, write, and speak) in English, must pass English component of interview process.
• Must pass post offer physical.
• Must pass Math Test at entry.
• Must pass FS Online Training Assessment by completion of probationary period.
• Must proficiently operate kitchen equipment upon hire.
• Must have working knowledge of back of house software inventory and production module within 3 months of hire.
• Must have working knowledge of Point of Sale software within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a frequent basis.
• Must complete mandatory district and department training within 3 months of hire, and annually thereafter.

Preferred:

• Minimum of three years experience in: Food Services.
• Intermediate skills: personal computing, keyboarding and word processing; critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Understand and follow all HACCP Standard Operating Procedures.

Salary Information:

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule).
BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.

Application and Selection Procedure:

• External Candidates
• Current BVSD Employees
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligibleemployees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personalized Benefits
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html