School Kitchen Manager - $500 Sign-On Bonus & Benefits

The Gardner School; Maple Grove (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

$500 Sign-On Bonus

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance +

401k Retirement Plan with Employer

Childcare tuition discount

PTO, plus holidays off

No late nights or weekends

Job summary

The Gardner School of Maple Grove seeks a School Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations in our state-of-the-art facility, coordinating menus with the director and ensuring safe, quality meals for children.

This role offers competitive pay ($16.00–$18.50 per hour), a $500 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a nurturing environment that values teamwork and child-focused education.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current SafeServe certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Must enjoy working with young children.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Confirm weekly menus with school director.
• Adhere to the school's budgetary needs.
• Maintain inventory and complete weekly food and supply orders.
• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus.
• Ensure food is cooked and served at the correct temperature.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized and organized kitchen area.
• Dishwashing.
• Follow food state and federal safety, sanitation and nutrition guidelines.
• Perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Help in classrooms and other areas for short periods of time as needed.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Must have dietary allergy knowledge.

Skills

Food preparation

Large volume cooking

Menu planning

Communication

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

SafeServe certification

Job description

The Gardner School of Maple Grove seeks a School Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations in our state-of-the-art facility, coordinating menus with the director and ensuring safe, quality meals for children.

This role offers competitive pay ($16.00–$18.50 per hour), a $500 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a nurturing environment that values teamwork and child-focused education.