Regional District Chef: Lead School Menus & Training

SLA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SLA is seeking a District Chef for K-12 food service to design menus, lead culinary training, and elevate school meals across multiple sites. You will mentor cooks, ensure safety standards, and drive nutritious flavor into student meals daily.

The role blends creativity with impact, featuring hands-on leadership, cost-conscious menu planning, and collaboration with district managers to uphold quality across schools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; culinary degree preferred.
• Hands-on leadership with strong communication skills.
• Food safety certification and ability to pass checks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals per standardized recipes and records.
• Design cost-effective, nutritious student menus.
• Train kitchen staff on safety, HACCP, and techniques.
• Oversee ordering, budgeting, and cost control.
• Collaborate with Cafeteria Managers to ensure quality.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SLA is seeking a District Chef for K-12 food service to design menus, lead culinary training, and elevate school meals across multiple sites. You will mentor cooks, ensure safety standards, and drive nutritious flavor into student meals daily.

The role blends creativity with impact, featuring hands-on leadership, cost-conscious menu planning, and collaboration with district managers to uphold quality across schools.