School Kitchen Manager

The Gardner School • Maple Grove, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Gardner School of Maple Grove is hiring a School Kitchen Manager to work in its state-of-the-art preschool facility. The role includes planning and preparing meals for the school community while maintaining food safety, sanitation, nutrition, and budget standards. The manager will coordinate menus with the school director, track inventory and place weekly orders, and may help in classrooms or other areas for short periods as needed. The position requires dietary allergy knowledge and regular, reliable attendance. The listed starting pay range is $16.00–$18.50, based on experience and qualifications. A $500 sign-on bonus is offered in two payments: $250 after 30 days of active employment and $250 after 90 days, subject to eligibility and participation requirements.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of dietary allergies and food safety regulations.
• Previous experience in food preparation and cooking, including large-volume cooking.
• Proficiency in various cooking techniques and methods.
• Experience with menu planning and meal preparation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time-management and multitasking abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Physical ability to bend, squat, lift up to 60 pounds, and stand or walk for extended periods.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current SafeServe certification, or willingness to obtain it.
• Valid driver's license.
• Enjoy working with young children.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Confirm weekly menus with the school director.
• Adhere to the school's budgetary needs.
• Maintain inventory and complete weekly food and supply orders.
• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus.
• Ensure food is cooked and served at the correct temperature.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen area.
• Wash dishes.
• Follow state and federal food safety, sanitation, and nutrition guidelines.
• Perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Help in classrooms and other areas for short periods of time as needed.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: starting range of $16.00–$18.50, based on experience and qualifications.
• $500 sign-on bonus, paid as $250 after 30 days and $250 after 90 days of active employment, subject to eligibility and participation requirements.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus other benefits to fit individual needs.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Childcare tuition discount for toddlers and up.
• PTO and holidays off.
• No late nights or weekends.

What This Job Offers

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