Kitchen Supervisor/Lead Cook

Operation Breakthrough • Kansas City, MO

5d

About The Position

The Kitchen Supervisor ensures that children receive nutritious, appealing meals and snacks prepared in a sanitary and developmentally appropriate manner. This role involves planning, preparing, and delivering meals for family-style service in classrooms, maintaining compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), and assisting with managing food purchasing and recordkeeping. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills are essential.

Requirements

• Multiple years of supervisory experience in institutional food service and commercial kitchen, preferably in a non-profit environment
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 45 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Maintain current Manager’s Food Preparation Certification
• Knowledge of USDA and Head Start compliance standards
• High school diploma required

Responsibilities

• Oversees all dietary staff and assigns tasks to ensure efficient kitchen operations
• Conducts employee performance reviews
• Fosters a teamwork-oriented environment
• Plans and prepares meals following CACFP and Head Start Food Service Policy, approved menus, and recipes
• Assist with ordering food and supplies based on enrollment numbers and staff needs
• Assist with maintaining cost control and inventory systems in line with CACFP procedures
• Assist with keeping records of food production, service, and attendance
• Plans meals in advance to reduce substitutions
• Documents all changes for CACFP compliance
• Prepares meals to preserve nutrients and enhance taste and presentation
• Delivers food to classrooms in age-appropriate portions and formats
• Maintains sanitation and safety standards per local and state health regulations
• Ensures proper care and maintenance of kitchen equipment and assists with purchasing needs
• Adapts recipes to meet the needs of infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities or allergies
• Shares cooking responsibilities with the Assistant Cook to support smooth kitchen operations

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees