School Kitchen Manager

The Gardner School • Chelmsford, MA

7d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Gardner School of Chelmsford is hiring a School Kitchen Manager to prepare and serve meals in its preschool kitchen. The role includes coordinating menus with the school director, meeting budget requirements, managing food and supply inventory and orders, preparing meals, and maintaining a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen. The manager must follow applicable food safety, sanitation, and nutrition guidelines and understand dietary allergies. The position may also provide brief assistance in classrooms or other areas as needed.

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.
• 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 job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Help in classrooms and other areas for short periods as needed.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Apply knowledge of dietary allergies.

Benefits

• Pay range of $17.21–$20.25, based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus other benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Childcare tuition discount for toddlers and up.
• PTO, birthday off, and holidays off.
• No late nights or weekends.

What This Job Offers

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