School Kitchen Manager: Lead Meals, Safety & Ops

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, Llc; Clyde (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily school cafeteria operations at a Clyde, TX site. You will oversee food production, safety, staff training, inventory, and reporting while ensuring excellent service to students and staff.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment, adherence to health and safety standards, and collaboration with district staff. A ServSafe certification and school nutrition experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ServSafe certification required (or willing to obtain prior to start).
• Food service experience required; school nutrition experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Inventory and ordering experience preferred.
• Strong communication, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Comfortable working around children in a school environment.
• Must pass 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 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

Leadership

Communication

Time Management

Multitasking

Reliable Transportation

Food Safety

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS systems

Online reporting

Computer literacy

Job description

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily school cafeteria operations at a Clyde, TX site. You will oversee food production, safety, staff training, inventory, and reporting while ensuring excellent service to students and staff.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment, adherence to health and safety standards, and collaboration with district staff. A ServSafe certification and school nutrition experience are preferred.