School Nutrition Chef/Co-Manager

Addison County; Vermont; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Addison Northwest School District is seeking a Chef/Co-Manager to join our School Nutrition team at the middle/high school level. The role combines culinary leadership with kitchen operations, food safety, and student wellness.

You will plan and prepare meals from scratch, oversee daily kitchen activities, supervise staff, and engage in local Farm to School initiatives to provide nutritious meals for students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare meals from scratch, including cooking and baking
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including line service, cashiering, inventory, and ordering
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment
• Supervise kitchen staff
• Plan and execute catering activities
• Engage in continuous learning within the School Nutrition program

Skills

Culinary skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Job description

The Addison Northwest School District (ANWSD) is seeking a Chef/Co-Manager to join our dedicated School Nutrition team at the middle/high school level. We’re looking for a passionate and motivated individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, energetic environment and takes pride in preparing high-quality, nutritious meals for students. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary, organizational and communication skills, promote teamwork, and share our commitment to supporting student wellness and local Farm to School initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and prepare meals from scratch, including cooking and baking
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including line service, cashiering, inventory, and ordering
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment
• Supervise kitchen staff
• Plan and execute catering activities
• Engage in continuous learning within the School Nutrition program

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