School Kitchen Operations Lead

Opaa!; Hartford (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Opaa! Food Management is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead day-to-day kitchen operations, ensure safety and health regulations, and uphold Opaa! standards across locations.

The role requires supervising staff, coordinating meal preparation and delivery to satellite buildings, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with HACCP, HHFKA, CACFP. Strong leadership and dedication to food quality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; food service experience may substitute.
• Serve Safe Certification required.
• Ability to read and follow safety guidelines.
• Strong leadership and communication skills in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily kitchen operations to meet Opaa! standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate meals for satellite buildings.
• Ensure HACCP, HHFKA, CACFP compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness and inventory, FIFO.
• Conduct weekly kitchen meetings and daily safety briefings.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Dishwasher

Thermometers

Slicer

Meal counting software

Job description

Opaa! Food Management is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead day-to-day kitchen operations, ensure safety and health regulations, and uphold Opaa! standards across locations.

The role requires supervising staff, coordinating meal preparation and delivery to satellite buildings, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with HACCP, HHFKA, CACFP. Strong leadership and dedication to food quality are essential.