Production Kitchen Manager/Chef

Littleton Public Schools; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Littleton Public Schools is seeking a Production Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations and lead a team dedicated to nutrition services. This role involves ensuring compliance with food regulations, developing menus, and fostering a positive team culture. Join their mission to improve student wellness and learning!

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Opportunities for growth and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of institutional food service experience.
• 1+ year of large-scale food production required.
• Supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the central production kitchen.
• Lead and train a nutrition services team.
• Ensure compliance with food service regulations.

Skills

Advanced culinary skills

Strong knowledge of nutrition

Ability to lead diverse teams

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts, Nutrition, or Food Service

Associate Degree in Culinary Arts plus 2 years' experience as Sous Chef

Serve Safe Certification

First Aid/CPR Certification (preferred)

Tools

Kitchen management software

Inventory systems

Job description

Position Type:
Admin Professional Technical/ Production Kitchen Manager

Date Posted:
5/29/2025

Location:
Mark Twain Elementary School

Oversee the day-to-day operations of our central production kitchen.

Lead and train a dedicated nutrition services team.

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and district food service regulations.

Coordinate high-quality procurement of food in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Nutrition Services.

Develop and test new recipes and standards for our menus and scratch-cooked meals.

Promote our meal program to students, parents, and the community.

Manage software-based systems for orders, inventory, recipes, and production records.

Support special events such as catering, chef demos, and tastings.

Champion food safety through HACCP and Serve Safe practices.

Foster a positive team culture through coaching, training, and shared goals.

Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Culinary Arts, Nutrition, or Food Service or Associates Degree in Culinary Arts plus 2 years' experience as Sous Chef

Serve Safe Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)

First Aid/CPR Certification preferred

Minimum 3 years of institutional food service experience

1+ year of large-scale food production required (e.g., 100-gallon kettles, cook/chill systems)

Supervisory experience required

Catering experience a plus

Advanced culinary skills in high-volume production

Strong knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and child nutrition program regulations

Proficiency with inventory systems and kitchen management software

Ability to lead, motivate, and train a diverse team

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply!

Make a real impact on student wellness and learning

Be part of an innovative, mission-driven food service team

Competitive pay and benefits

Opportunities for growth and continued professional development

214 days per year

Salary minimum: $61,354 & Midpoint: $75,762

Join Our Team and Make a Difference in School Nutrition!

Are you a skilled culinary professional with a passion for nutritious, scratch-cooked meals and leadership in a high-volume setting? We’re looking for a Production Kitchen Manager to lead our central production kitchen and help shape the future of school nutrition in Littleton Public Schools.

This role is essential in delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and nutritious meals that meet federal, state, and district guidelines—while supporting our mission to nourish and educate students.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of our central production kitchen.

• Lead and train a dedicated nutrition services team.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and district food service regulations.

• Coordinate high-quality procurement of food in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Nutrition Services.

• Develop and test new recipes and standards for our menus and scratch-cooked meals.

• Promote our meal program to students, parents, and the community.

• Manage software-based systems for orders, inventory, recipes, and production records.

• Support special events such as catering, chef demos, and tastings.

• Champion food safety through HACCP and Serve Safe practices.

• Foster a positive team culture through coaching, training, and shared goals.

What We're Looking For:

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Culinary Arts, Nutrition, or Food Service or Associates Degree in Culinary Arts plus 2 years' experience as Sous Chef

• Serve Safe Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)

• First Aid/CPR Certification preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of institutional food service experience

• 1+ year of large-scale food production required (e.g., 100-gallon kettles, cook/chill systems)

• Supervisory experience required

• Catering experience a plus

Skills & Abilities:

• Advanced culinary skills in high-volume production

• Strong knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and child nutrition program regulations

• Proficiency with inventory systems and kitchen management software

• Ability to lead, motivate, and train a diverse team

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply!

Why Join Us?

• Make a real impact on student wellness and learning

• Be part of an innovative, mission-driven food service team

• Competitive pay and benefits

• Opportunities for growth and continued professional development

Other Details:

• 214 days per year

• Salary minimum: $61,354 & Midpoint: $75,762

Ready to bring your culinary expertise and leadership skills to our schools?
Apply now to help us serve fresh, nutritious meals with purpose!