Kitchen Supervisor - Winchester School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group • Winchester, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Supervisor leads daily food service operations in a school cafeteria, overseeing meal preparation and service while ensuring food quality, nutrition, presentation, and a positive experience for students and staff. The role includes opening and closing the kitchen, managing inventory and ordering, reducing waste, assisting with menu planning, using government commodities, and maintaining sanitation and food safety standards. It is primarily hands-on during meal periods, with administrative work completed before or after service.

The supervisor provides hands-on leadership, training, and support to food service staff; manages production, merchandising, cost control, compliance, and operational deadlines; and responds professionally to feedback, complaints, and inquiries from students, parents, and school staff. The position also supports wellness programs, special menus, school events, regular team meetings, client communications, inspections, and audits. Travel to multiple school locations may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of experience in school nutrition programs.
• At least 3 years of food service experience, including school nutrition program experience.
• Culinary background and working knowledge of cooking procedures, recipe adherence, and scaling.
• ServSafe certification where required by the client, bid, state, or local jurisdiction.
• Knowledge of applicable local health and food safety ordinances.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to communicate electronically and learn new programs quickly.
• Ability to develop talent and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to drive a personal vehicle to other work sites; valid driver’s license and personal vehicle required.
• Ability to stand for most of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; handle food, tools, and equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side.

Nice To Haves

• Additional education in food service management, nutrition, or culinary arts.
• Bilingual Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations, including meal preparation and service.
• Open and close the kitchen, manage inventory and ordering, and reduce waste.
• Assist with menu planning and the use of government commodities.
• Ensure meals meet standards for taste, nutrition, portion control, and presentation.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, regulatory compliance, and inspection readiness.
• Train, motivate, and support food service staff and foster a positive kitchen culture.
• Manage food production, merchandising, cost control, documentation, and operational deadlines.
• Respond professionally to feedback, complaints, and inquiries from students, parents, and school staff.
• Support special menus, wellness programs, school events, and client communications.
• Conduct regular team meetings and communicate with the GM, DM, school staff, vendors, and team members.
• Travel to other school locations as needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and career development opportunities
• Consistent school-day schedule with no late nights or major holidays, although extended hours may be required for special events or operational needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED