Chef Manager

Chef Manager Whitman-Hanson Regional School District Food Services - Whitman, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5831921 Application Deadline: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Jul 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Title: Chef Manager Reports To: Director of Food Service Core Responsibilities: Menu Development, Development of Standardized Program, and Staff Training: Design nutritious, well-balanced, and appealing menus in accordance with dietary guidelines. Develop recipe cards for standardized recipes. Provide training to Site Managers on the preparation and presentation of new and existing recipes. Compliance & Administration: Maintain strict compliance with the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), and Massachusetts sanitation codes. Food Production: Plan and supervise the preparation, cooking, baking, and serving of food in large quantities. Quality Control: Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control to ensure consistency and ensure meals are appealing and meet USDA nutritional requirements. Safety & Sanitation: Enforce strict compliance with food safety regulations, including HACCP, sanitation protocols, and hygiene standards. Staff Leadership: Train, schedule, and supervise kitchen personnel. Inventory & Purchasing: Manage inventory levels, order food and supplies, verify deliveries, and ensure proper storage. Budgeting & Cost Control: Maintain food and labor costs within budget, manage payroll, and handle financial reporting. Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all kitchen machinery (ovens, freezers) is operational, requesting repairs as needed. Customer Service: Address feedback and complaints from customers (students, parents, and staff). Catering Services: Organizing and providing culinary services for district events as required. Required Skills and Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma. Culinary Arts Degree preferred. Experience: Previous experience in school food service and management. Certification: Valid ServSafe Manager Certificate, Food Allergen Awareness Training Certificate, and CPR Certification. Leadership: Ability to train, motivate, and direct staff. Technical Skills: Proficiency in computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Apps) and school POS systems. Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to interact with students, parents, and school staff. Physical Demands: Must possess the physical capability to perform all job functions including but not limited to: reaching, carrying, pushing, bending, standing for long periods of time, stairs, walking, and handling items weighing up to fifty pounds. Terms of Employment: This is a 190-day school year position based on the academic calendar, with 10 additional workdays. This is an eight (8) hour per day position at a rate of $30 per hour. Position Type: Full-Time Job Requirements At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Jennifer Kroese , Admin Assistant to Superintendent 610 Franklin Street Whitman, Massachusetts 02382 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr