School Cafeteria Kitchen Manager: Lead Food Service

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, Llc; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Southfield Public Schools is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily school cafeteria operations, supervise staff, ensure food safety, hygiene, and quality for students. You will manage menus, inventory, training, and scheduling in a fast-paced kitchen, upholding HACCP and ServSafe standards while aligning with district policies.

This is a full-time role in a school setting. This position requires strong leadership, reliable transportation, and availability Monday–Friday with occasional extended

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe certification required (or must be willing to obtain prior to start).
• Food service experience required; school nutrition experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Inventory and ordering experience preferred.
• Strong communication, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Comfortable working around children and within a school environment.
• Must pass a background check and fingerprint screening.
• Experience with POS systems and online reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food production and service to meet quality, safety, and portion standards.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff on recipes, equipment safety, and sanitation.
• Prepare daily and weekly paperwork, reports, and schedules.
• Monitor inventory and ensure proper ordering, receiving, and storage of supplies.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and report any repair needs.
• Enforce compliance with HACCP, health department regulations, and ServSafe standards.
• Manage labor and ensure schedules align with staffing and budget needs.
• Uphold company policies and administer fair, consistent performance evaluations.
• Ensure accurate temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and food safety documentation.
• Follow proper cash handling and reconciliation procedures.
• Act as the on-site leader responsible for smooth, safe, and efficient kitchen operations.
• Submit reports and complete tasks on time as assigned.
• Perform other duties as needed to support the school and food service program.

Job description

Southfield Public Schools is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily school cafeteria operations, supervise staff, ensure food safety, hygiene, and quality for students. You will manage menus, inventory, training, and scheduling in a fast-paced kitchen, upholding HACCP and ServSafe standards while aligning with district policies.

This is a full-time role in a school setting. This position requires strong leadership, reliable transportation, and availability Monday–Friday with occasional extended