School Kitchen Manager | Lead Team & Food Safety

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 47,279,000 - 49,142,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC is seeking a Kitchen Manager to run daily school cafeteria operations, lead a team, ensure food safety, and deliver high-quality service to students. The role involves training staff, managing inventory, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and company policies.

The Kitchen Manager will oversee food production, scheduling, and labor budgets in a fast-paced environment, working closely with site leadership to uphold safety standards and drive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe certification required (or must be willing to obtain).
• 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.
• 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.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC is seeking a Kitchen Manager to run daily school cafeteria operations, lead a team, ensure food safety, and deliver high-quality service to students. The role involves training staff, managing inventory, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and company policies.

The Kitchen Manager will oversee food production, scheduling, and labor budgets in a fast-paced environment, working closely with site leadership to uphold safety standards and drive