School Kitchen Manager: Lead, Serve, and Ensure Safety

SFE - Southwest Foodservice Excellence; Collinsville (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Foodservice Excellence is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily operations in a school cafeteria, supervise staff, ensure food safety, and deliver great service to students. The role requires ServSafe certification, strong organizational and leadership skills, and the ability to manage inventory, schedules, and compliance with HACCP standards in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on kitchen leadership, a focus on team development, and a commitment to safe,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe certification required or willingness to obtain before start.
• Food service experience required; school nutrition experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Inventory and ordering experience preferred.
• Experience with POS systems and online reporting 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.

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.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

POS systems

Computer literacy

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Tools

POS software

Inventory software

Excel

Job description

Southwest Foodservice Excellence is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily operations in a school cafeteria, supervise staff, ensure food safety, and deliver great service to students. The role requires ServSafe certification, strong organizational and leadership skills, and the ability to manage inventory, schedules, and compliance with HACCP standards in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on kitchen leadership, a focus on team development, and a commitment to safe,