School Kitchen Manager: Lead Fresh, Safe Meals & Growth

TGS Holdings, LLC; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Childcare discount

Paid time off

Holidays off

Job summary

The Gardner School of Maple Grove invites applications for a School Kitchen Manager to lead our on-site kitchen operations. You will manage weekly menus, food preparation, and supplies, while ensuring safety and quality across meals for our preschool students.

This role supports classroom needs and upholds a warm, nurturing environment. We offer competitive pay, a $500 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a family-friendly schedule with no late nights.

Qualifications

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

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 safety

Allergy awareness

Cooking large volumes

Menu planning

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Physical ability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

SafeServe certification

Driver's license

Job description

The Gardner School of Maple Grove invites applications for a School Kitchen Manager to lead our on-site kitchen operations. You will manage weekly menus, food preparation, and supplies, while ensuring safety and quality across meals for our preschool students.

This role supports classroom needs and upholds a warm, nurturing environment. We offer competitive pay, a $500 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a family-friendly schedule with no late nights.