School Kitchen Supervisor: Lead, Motivate & Serve

Whitsons Culinary Group; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Whitsons Culinary Group in Harvey, IL is seeking a Food Service Supervisor to lead our School Nutrition program and oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring safe, nutritious meals served with a smile. You’ll manage inventory, guide a dedicated team, and collaborate with school staff to meet district nutrition goals.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, menu execution, and compliance with health standards, while promoting a positive dining experience for students and staff within a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with at least 5 years of experience in school nutrition programs; additional education in food service management, nutrition, or culinary arts a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of food service experience required; school nutrition program experience; culinary background with passion for food and knowledge of cooking procedures, recipe adherence, and scaling.
• ServSafe certification required where mandated by client, bid, state, or local jurisdiction; must be knowledgeable of all applicable local health and food safety ordinances.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to communicate electronically and learn new programs quickly.
• Demonstrated ability to develop talent, manage priorities; strong communication with clients, parents, students, and staff; bilingual in Spanish desirable; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Leading daily kitchen operations—from prepping meals to service with quality and care.
• Opening and closing the kitchen, managing inventory, and reducing waste.
• Guiding and motivating your team while creating a positive, supportive work environment.
• Rolling up your sleeves—90% of your day is hands-on in the kitchen and serving area.
• Keeping everything clean, safe, and ready for health inspections (and gold stars!).
• Assisting with menu planning, food ordering, and using government commodities.
• Making sure every plate meets our standards for taste, nutrition, and presentation.
• Handling student and staff feedback with positivity and solutions.
• Celebrating special menus, wellness programs, and school community events.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Bilingual Spanish

Team management

Culinary knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary education a plus

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Whitsons Culinary Group in Harvey, IL is seeking a Food Service Supervisor to lead our School Nutrition program and oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring safe, nutritious meals served with a smile. You’ll manage inventory, guide a dedicated team, and collaborate with school staff to meet district nutrition goals.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, menu execution, and compliance with health standards, while promoting a positive dining experience for students and staff within a