Kitchen Manager

STMA Schools

We are a district that serves over 6,700 students and employs more than 750 employees in a northwestern suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our district is comprised of one primary school for kindergarten students, three elementary schools for grades 1-4, two middle schools for grades 5-8, and one high school for grades 9-12.

Position Overview & Responsibilities

Responsible for managing all aspects of the kitchen from the food production to staff support, while ensuring the MN State Department of Education, US Department of Agriculture, and school policies and procedures are being met. This position also develops and maintains cooperative, productive workplace relationships in a manner that creates a pleasant environment for those serving and those being served. For more information, please see the job description for this position.

Start Date

Aug. 17, 2026 Contract: 194 days Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00-2:30 including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break

FTE:

1.0 (40 hours per week)

Salary & Benefits

Starting Rate: $24.24-$24.72 per hour Our benefits offerings include: Medical Coverage (including options for VEBA, HSA or FSA), Dental Coverage, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Coverage, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see the Benefits Summary for 35 to 40 hours per week for Support Staff for information. This position may be combined with other benefits-eligible positions within the district to reach full-time benefits eligibility. For more information, please see the Support Staff Master Agreement.

Requirements & Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent (GED) with previous food service experience required. Must obtain a MN Food Protection Manager Certification and SNA Level 4 Certification within one year of hire date. Previous supervisory experience preferred. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds. Must possess strong organizational skills and have the ability to work with a diverse group of people. Must have strong communication skills. Prior managerial experience preferred.

Application Process

Please apply online and address application materials to Glen Ritter, Director of Food Services at the St. Michael-Albertville Schools District Office.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

St. Michael-Albertville School District is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws. STMA Schools does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or status with regard to public assistance. If any employee or applicant needs assistance with any aspect of the application or benefits process, please contact us and alternative formats will be made available upon request.

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