School Kitchen Manager - Operations & Quality Champion

Opaa! Food Management; Vermillion (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Opaa! Food Management in Vermillion, SD is seeking a Kitchen Manager to direct the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring safety, health regulations, and adherence to Opaa! standards. You will supervise staff, coordinate production and inventory, and maintain quality, service, and compliance across all meals served.

The role requires strong leadership, HACCP knowledge, and commitment to continuous improvement in a school-served dining program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and to communicate clearly.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures and to supervise others.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day kitchen operations to meet Opaa! standards and health regulations.
• Supervise kitchen staff, train and certify positions, and manage workflow.
• Maintain HACCP compliance, safety procedures, and recordkeeping.

Skills

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Meal counting software

Job description

Opaa! Food Management in Vermillion, SD is seeking a Kitchen Manager to direct the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring safety, health regulations, and adherence to Opaa! standards. You will supervise staff, coordinate production and inventory, and maintain quality, service, and compliance across all meals served.

The role requires strong leadership, HACCP knowledge, and commitment to continuous improvement in a school-served dining program.