School Cafeteria Kitchen Manager - Lead Team & Food Safety

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, Llc; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kitchen Manager at Coeur d'Alene Public Schools District Office oversees daily school meal operations, supervises staff, ensures food safety, and delivers quality service in a fast-paced cafeteria setting.

This full-time role requires ServSafe certification, strong organizational and leadership skills, and the ability to manage inventory, schedules, and compliance with HACCP standards while working Monday through Friday.

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.

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.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Staff supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Online reporting

Job description

The Kitchen Manager at Coeur d'Alene Public Schools District Office oversees daily school meal operations, supervises staff, ensures food safety, and delivers quality service in a fast-paced cafeteria setting.

This full-time role requires ServSafe certification, strong organizational and leadership skills, and the ability to manage inventory, schedules, and compliance with HACCP standards while working Monday through Friday.