School Kitchen Manager: Lead Food Service & Safety

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC

Downs (KS)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily food service operations at a school site in Downs, KS. You will manage staff, ensure food safety, and deliver quality service to hundreds of students.

This role requires ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain), strong leadership, inventory control, and adherence to HACCP and district policies. Full-time, Monday–Friday with occasional extended weeks.

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.
Basic math and computer literacy required.

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.