Lead School Lunch Kitchen Supervisor

Whitsons Culinary Group; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Whitsons Culinary Group is hiring a Lead Food Service Worker in Downers Grove, IL to lead a school kitchen team, prepare meals to nutrition guidelines, and manage daily operations. The role emphasizes food safety, inventory, and service with a Monday–Friday schedule.

The position requires 2–3 years of experience, ServSafe certification, and strong leadership and communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, a 401K match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training; food safety manager training strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of professional food service experience; lead/senior/PIC experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification required; local safety certification may be required.
• Ability to read and follow menus, recipes, yield guides, and production records; experience with POS/cash handling preferred.
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and ability to lead a team in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and serving of meals meeting nutrition guidelines.
• Handle daily ordering, receiving, and storage of food and supplies.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and station setup; ensure timely service.
• Oversee POS/cash handling and deposits; support a mission-driven team.
• Collaborate with school staff and maintain a positive work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Team management

Education

HS diploma

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Whitsons Culinary Group is hiring a Lead Food Service Worker in Downers Grove, IL to lead a school kitchen team, prepare meals to nutrition guidelines, and manage daily operations. The role emphasizes food safety, inventory, and service with a Monday–Friday schedule.

The position requires 2–3 years of experience, ServSafe certification, and strong leadership and communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, a 401K match, and paid time off.