Nutrition Services, Kitchen Manager in Training

Mapleton Public Schools•Denver, CO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the 2026-2027 school year and is located at Mapleton Early Career Prep High School. The pay range is CC-4 Range, $19.35 - $28.34 per hour, for a 173-day calendar with 7.5 hours per day. The role is FLSA Non-Exempt and reports to the Nutrition Services Director. Mapleton Public Schools is an internationally accredited public school district committed to student success and providing diverse learning options. This role supports the district food service program by preparing meals, serving students, cleaning the kitchen, assisting with deliveries, operating the point of sale system, and learning managerial responsibilities under direct oversight.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience in food service.
Criminal background check required for hire.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to comprehend, prepare, and communicate information in English, both orally and in writing, to fulfill the essential responsibilities of the role.
Basic math skills.
Customer service and public relations skills.
Knowledge of personal hygiene/health.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, use time efficiently, demonstrate attention to detail, follow instructions, and respond to management direction.
Ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, and building and department procedures.
Mandatory Title IX training is required by the Colorado Department of Education and for all public-school employees.

Nice To Haves

School food service experience.
Valid Colorado drivers' license.
Personal computer and keyboarding skills.
Knowledge of nutrition services, child nutrition, and Health Department guidelines.
Operating knowledge of mixer, dishwasher, slicer, computer, ovens, and all other commercial kitchen equipment preferred at hire; required within 3 weeks after hire.
Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.

Responsibilities

Participate in hands-on training to develop proficiency in the district department software for meal planning, forecasting participation, and determining food production quantities according to the district menu template.
Prepare food according to planned menus and tested recipes following all applicable food safety standards.
Ensure all special diet menus and procedures are followed.
Serve students meals according to standardized recipe instructions following all applicable food safety standards and Child Nutrition Program regulations.
Receive training in and assist with completing daily production records, meal counts, temperature logs, deposits, and other required documentation using the district department software.
Clean and maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen.
Ensures proper sanitation and sterilization of utensils, equipment and facilities.
Foster a team environment by assisting coworkers with scheduled work demands.
Assist with checking in food deliveries including quality assurance, labeling, and preparing food and supplies for storage.
Develop competency in using the district department software to order food and supplies in compliance with established ordering schedules.
Develop competency in checking in food deliveries by verifying orders and verifying invoices.
Use district department software to receive food and supplies into inventory.
Learn and apply proper and accurate inventory controls at the assigned kitchen, including monthly inventory of kitchen supplies and food using the district department software.
Maintain and care for kitchen equipment.
Check equipment to ensure it is in safe working condition and notify the Nutrition office where repairs or replacements are needed.
Communicate and interact positively with students, teachers, staff, parents, and community.
Utilize point of sale system to record sales using the district department software.
Direct and oversee kitchen staff while performing management duties.
Fill in for managers/staff in other kitchens as assigned.
Upholds all operating standards for Nutrition Services.
Demonstrate progress toward independently performing managerial functions related to menu planning, food production, ordering, inventory management, and software utilization.
Attend staff development meetings as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.