Kitchen Manager (Floater)

Southwest Foodservice Excellence•Tempe, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Manager Floater manages daily food service operations at various school sites as assigned, providing leadership and coverage wherever needed. The role oversees kitchen teams, food preparation and service, safety standards, inventory, and compliance with federal, state, and company regulations. The floater must be adaptable, proactive, and comfortable taking charge in different kitchens, sometimes with little notice. This is a full-time, Monday-through-Friday position, with occasional extended weeks and travel between school sites.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
ServSafe certification, or the ability to obtain it before starting.
Food service and inventory management experience.
Strong communication, adaptability, and time-management skills.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to different school sites daily.
Must pass a background check and/or fingerprint screening and an MVR check.
Ability to stand for full shifts and lift up to 50 pounds.
Frequent walking, reaching, bending, and use of hands.
Ability to work in varying kitchen environments with moderate noise levels.
Ability to travel between schools and attend meetings as needed.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a kitchen manager or lead.
Experience with POS systems and basic computer literacy.
Customer-service mindset and enjoyment of working with children.

Responsibilities

Travel between school sites to provide leadership and support for kitchen operations.
Oversee food production, service quality, and safety standards.
Train and supervise kitchen staff on recipes, sanitation, and safe equipment use.
Ensure kitchen areas are clean and equipment is maintained.
Complete required documentation and reports accurately and on time.
Manage inventory, ordering, and receiving of food and supplies at each site.
Monitor labor and adjust schedules to meet coverage and cost goals.
Enforce ServSafe, HACCP, and child nutrition program regulations.
Maintain accurate temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and safety checklists.
Ensure proper cash-handling procedures are followed.
Act as the site lead and point of contact during float assignments.
Support and maintain a positive culture across teams and schools.
Complete reports and administrative tasks as required.
Perform other duties as assigned to support school food service.
Attend meetings as needed.