Lead School Kitchen Lead - No Nights, Growth & Impact

whitsonsculinarygroup; Quakertown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision insurance

FSA

401K match

Paid time off

Training & development

Positive team environment

Job summary

Whitsons Culinary Group is seeking a Lead Food Service Worker to guide a school kitchen, ensuring meals meet nutrition standards while leading a friendly crew. The role emphasizes safety, inventory, serving lines, and accurate cash handling in a schedule with no nights, weekends, or holidays.

You will coordinate meal service, monitor temperatures and portions, and support a positive team environment in a district setting. A high school diploma and ServSafe certification are required.

Qualifications

• Must complete Whitsons and government-mandated training; food safety manager training preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of professional food service experience; lead/senior/PIC experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification required— mandatory for the PIC designation; local certification may be required.
• Ability to read and follow approved menus, recipes, and production records; experience with cash handling.

Responsibilities

• Lead in preparing and serving meals that meet nutrition and portion guidelines.
• Handle daily ordering, receiving, and storage of food, beverages, and supplies.
• Organize cleaning duties and ensure food safety.
• Set up hot and cold serving lines, brew coffee, and stock beverages.
• Deliver meals to classrooms, staff, or catered events.
• Manage POS/cash handling and deposits accuracy.
• Be a key player on a supportive, mission-driven team.

Skills

ServSafe certification

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Whitsons Culinary Group is seeking a Lead Food Service Worker to guide a school kitchen, ensuring meals meet nutrition standards while leading a friendly crew. The role emphasizes safety, inventory, serving lines, and accurate cash handling in a schedule with no nights, weekends, or holidays.

You will coordinate meal service, monitor temperatures and portions, and support a positive team environment in a district setting. A high school diploma and ServSafe certification are required.