Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Youth Development, Inc; Taos (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth Development, Inc. seeks a Head Cook to supervise all aspects of food preparation and kitchen staff, while coordinating with teachers and administration on nutrition components. You will prepare meals, develop menus, manage orders, and ensure records meet CFPP regulations in a compliant, safe kitchen.

The role requires strong supervisory skills, reliable transportation, and the ability to lift 55 lbs. Benefits include exposure to community nutrition initiatives and hands-on kitchen

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• Must measure accurately and have 3 years large quantity cooking experience and 1 year record keeping.
• Must read and write.
• Minimum 3 years large quantity cook experience and ability to follow menus and standardized recipes, and adjust portions.
• Minimum 1 year record keeping experience for government feeding programs.
• Must decide which food items are allowed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food prep and production to ensure high quality meals.
• Maintain records for CFPP reporting (menu book, meal counts, usage, temperatures).
• Maintain monthly inventories and order under Nutrition Manager guidance.
• Handle deliveries and proper storage with FIFO.
• Ensure kitchen safety and sanitation per local codes.
• Record food/ equipment temps and troubleshoot issues.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff and volunteers; coordinate with Center Director and Nutrition Manager.
• Develop and maintain equipment cleaning schedules and assign cleaning duties.
• Assist Nutrition Manager in planning and serving economical, nutritious meals.
• Collaborate with staff and parents on nutrition experiences and training.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Measurement accuracy

Menu planning & recipe adaptation

Food safety & sanitation

Record keeping

Decision making about food items

Supervisory experience

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Youth Development, Inc. seeks a Head Cook to supervise all aspects of food preparation and kitchen staff, while coordinating with teachers and administration on nutrition components. You will prepare meals, develop menus, manage orders, and ensure records meet CFPP regulations in a compliant, safe kitchen.

The role requires strong supervisory skills, reliable transportation, and the ability to lift 55 lbs. Benefits include exposure to community nutrition initiatives and hands-on kitchen