School Nutrition Services Assistant Kitchen Supervisor, High School - 26-27 SY

North Penn School District; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

North Penn School District is hiring a High School Assistant Kitchen Supervisor to support kitchen operations and food preparation at North Penn High School. The role involves supervising food service, managing meal production, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, at least five years of supervisory experience in food service, and must be willing to obtain ServSafe Certification within 90 days of hire. The position offers a full-time work schedule during the school year.

Qualifications

• 5 years of food service supervisory experience.
• School food service experience preferred.
• Culinary background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordinating and supervising food preparation.
• Oversee operations of satellite kitchens during renovations.
• Supervise catering events and staff scheduling.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills focused on customer service

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Point of Sale system knowledge

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

School Nutrition Services (SNS) High School Assistant Kitchen Supervisor - anticipated start date of August for the 26-27 SY; rolling interviews JobID: 3528

• Position Type: Service Workers/ SNS HIGH SCHOOL SUPERVISOR
• Date Posted: 5/11/2026
• Location: North Penn High School

The North Penn School District seeks to develop a community that values and adapts to diversity. We strive to acknowledge, respect, understand, and celebrate the dynamics of racial and cultural differences. Through the development of culturally proficient staff, the establishment of structures that promote equitable opportunities, and partnerships with families and students, our School District will create an environment of respect where all members of the school community are empowered to learn, grow, and appreciate one another. We look forward to your interest!

Title

School Nutrition Services (SNS) High School Assistant Kitchen Supervisor

Reports To

High School Kitchen Supervisor, SNS Coordinator

Schedule / Calendar

8 hrs./day 40 hrs./week 180 days/year

Summary

The Assistant Kitchen Supervisor supports the High School Kitchen Supervisor in overseeing food preparation, service, and kitchen operations. They will play a key role in managing satellite kitchen locations, coordinating meal production during transitions, and supervising catering events. Additionally, they assist with staff training, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards across all kitchen areas.

Essential Functions

• Assist with coordinating and supervising the preparation and service of food following standardized recipes.
• Assist with the operation of satellite kitchens during kitchen renovations, ensuring smooth meal production and delivery.
• Supervise catering events, including food ordering, staff scheduling, and event supervision, which may require schedule adjustments, evening or weekend work.
• Manage meal production, food portioning, packaging, and serving line displays to ensure efficient and appealing service.
• Collaborate with the High School Kitchen Supervisor to oversee both front- and back-of-house operations in a large operation.
• Ensure adherence to food safety standards (HACCP, ServSafe) and maintain proper hygiene practices across the kitchen.
• Fill in for absent kitchen staff (including cooks) and assist with staffing shortages, including cashiering, serving, and food prep as needed.
• Coordinate daily task assignments, staff schedules, breaks, and assist with payroll and time clock management.
• Conduct student taste tests and gather feedback to improve meal offerings.
• Assist in training new staff on kitchen tasks, equipment use, ServSafe practices, and district systems (timeclock, absence tracking, emails).
• Fill in for the High School Kitchen Supervisor in their absence.
• Support off-site meal operations during kitchen construction and assist with the setup of the new kitchen post-renovation.
• Monitor to ensure proper ordering and inventory levels.
• Review completed monthly inventory before submitted with lead production cook.
• Hands‑on work ethic in all areas of kitchen procedures.
• Assist in developing training programs for employees.
• Assist with training kitchen employees as needed, including cooks.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education and/or Certification Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• ServSafe Certification or must obtain within 90 days of hire (certification training, exam and recertifications provided by North Penn SNS department).

Experience Needed

• Minimum 5 years of food service supervisory experience.
• School food service experience preferred.
• Culinary background preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Point of Sale experience preferred.

Knowledge of

• Organization, procedures, and equipment used in food preparation, cooking, and serving of food in large quantities.
• Basic elements of nutrition.
• General knowledge of record‑keeping, simple bookkeeping, and cost‑control procedures.
• Principles of supervision, training, and office management.
• Requirements for a National School Breakfast and Lunch Program.

Requisite Skills

• Good communication, both orally and in writing, and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills focused on customer service.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑directed, working with no or limited supervision.
• Flexibility to adjust and accommodate interruptions.

Ability to

• Organize and direct the operation of cafeterias.
• Select, train, and supervise staff.
• Operate Point of Sale computer system.

ADA Compliance

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of this position.

Physical Requirements

Choose one of the following. Most desk jobs are sedentary or light.

Sedentary: involves sitting most of the time. Incumbent should be able to exert up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects.

Light work: If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the individual sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. The incumbent should be able to exert up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Medium work: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

Heavy work: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

Very heavy work: The incumbent should be able to exert in excess of 100 lbs of force occasionally, and in excess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and in excess of 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.