School Kitchen Manager: Nutrition, Safety & Menu Lead

TGS Holdings, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) Employer Match

Childcare tuition discount

PTO and holidays off

Job summary

The Gardner School of Midtown in Nashville seeks a School Kitchen Manager to lead the state-of-the-art kitchen, plan menus, manage inventory, and prepare meals while ensuring safety and quality. You will work with a caring team in a preschool setting, supporting dietary needs and classroom activities, with reliable hours and benefits.

Ideal candidates have strong food safety knowledge, experience in large-volume cooking, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with directors and staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current SafeServe certification or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Confirm weekly menus with school director.
• Adhere to budgetary needs of the school.
• Maintain inventory and place weekly food orders.
• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus.
• Ensure food is cooked and served at correct temperatures.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized kitchen area.

Skills

Dietary allergies knowledge

Food safety regulations

Food preparation

Menu planning

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Gardner School of Midtown in Nashville seeks a School Kitchen Manager to lead the state-of-the-art kitchen, plan menus, manage inventory, and prepare meals while ensuring safety and quality. You will work with a caring team in a preschool setting, supporting dietary needs and classroom activities, with reliable hours and benefits.

Ideal candidates have strong food safety knowledge, experience in large-volume cooking, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with directors and staff.