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Kitchen Manager

MRA Recruiting Services
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026
Fresh and Safe Inc.

Kitchen Manager

Milwaukee, WI

Goals/Objectives of Position:

Regulate food preparation and reduce operating expenses to meet company’s objectives: zero defects, zero shortages, and timely deliveries. Train and develop team members.

Essential Duties:

 Oversee daily kitchen operations, including opening procedures, production flow, and expediting

 Perform hands-on food preparation to support quality and efficiency

 Ensure food is properly portioned, presented, and meets quality standards

 Monitor inventory, coordinate purchasing, and manage waste reduction efforts

 Enforce proper food safety, storage, sanitation, and OSHA compliance

 Supervise, train, and coach staff, addressing performance as needed

 Support budgeting, staffing plans, and lead daily/weekly team meetings

Education/Experience Required:

Associate or bachelor’s degree in administration or culinary arts (or related field) or equivalent experience; minimum of five years supervisory experience in an institutional food service setting. Must have or acquire Serve Safe certification.

Knowledge Required:

  • Culinary, know how to read, extend and implement recipes
  • Hands-on working knowledge of products/services as it relates to the food service industry
  • Understanding of department budgeting
  • Ability to extend and reduce recipes
  • Required core competencies: creativity, curiosity, critical thinking, conscientious, collaboration, and agility

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift a 30-pound load, with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds; pushing and pulling up to 100 pounds. Other: Permitted to work at schools and other Fresh & Safe jobsites.

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