School Kitchen Lead: Nutritious Meals & Safety

Goddard School; Shiloh, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Goddard School is seeking a dedicated Food Service Manager to prepare and serve nutritious meals for students in a childcare setting. You will manage inventory, coordinate orders, and ensure all meals meet state nutrition and safety guidelines while maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards.

You will lead kitchen operations, supervise staff, and liaise with teachers and families to support healthy eating and seamless meal service.

Qualifications

• Willingness to obtain Food Service Manager License.
• Previous experience in food preparation, preferably in a school or childcare environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and follow food safety regulations.
• Comfortable working around children in a school setting.
• Ability to understand and follow internal food service and employment policies.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Physical examination and current TB test or chest x-ray (if required).
• Clear background check in accordance with state childcare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with health and licensing standards.
• Manage food inventory, monitor supplies, and assist with ordering to ensure kitchen efficiency.
• Ensure all meals meet state and federal guidelines for nutrition and safety.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene throughout the kitchen area.
• Maintain appropriate portion sizes and food presentation.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and inspection-ready.
• Lead or assist with health inspections, follow-ups, and any required documentation.
• Communicate effectively with staff, children, and families.

Skills

Food safety

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Goddard School is seeking a dedicated Food Service Manager to prepare and serve nutritious meals for students in a childcare setting. You will manage inventory, coordinate orders, and ensure all meals meet state nutrition and safety guidelines while maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards.

You will lead kitchen operations, supervise staff, and liaise with teachers and families to support healthy eating and seamless meal service.