Kitchen Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The Kitchen Manager is a working manager who directs the operations of the school kitchen. The Manager is responsible for organizing, leading, planning and insuring the quality of the food service operation. The Manager is responsible for ensuring proper sanitation of the kitchen and equipment in the kitchen. The Manager will provide nutritious meals, snacks and catering to the students, staff and school community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of: Food preparation and handling techniques; proper use of quantity food service equipment; food safety and sanitation procedures according to HACCP methods; nutrition services department record keeping procedures.

Skilled in: Computer entry and cash handling; use and maintenance of kitchen equipment.

Ability to: Assign, coordinate and direct the work of others; quickly and accurately complete the required recordkeeping; order food and supplies; establish and maintain working relationships with students, parents, and school personnel; work harmoniously with others; adhere to requirements and policies for drug free and tobacco free workplace; meet district technology standards and complete all required annual training. Ability to communicate with Spanish speaking students and adults preferred.

Experience: Experience in quality food preparation, kitchen maintenance and food service direction. Previous successful school or institutional food service preferred. Experience with the National School Lunch Program preferred.

Education: A minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Certification Required: Possess a current driver’s license and a current food handlers card or equivalent (ServSafe certificate).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the day-to-day direction and training for all adult and student kitchen helpers.
• Work under the direction of the Nutrition Services Supervisor in cooperation with the principal of the school in planning and implementing food service needs.
• Order all food and supplies on a weekly basis for assigned kitchen while maintaining an accurate inventory.
• Refer employee issues to the Nutrition Services Supervisor as needed, and provide feedback to the Nutrition Services Supervisor on job performance of kitchen staff in the building.
• Knowledge and proficiency in operation of POS meal accounting system.
• Preparation of daily bank deposit.
• Accurately maintain the required USDA daily production report.
• Operate the cafeteria program in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Schedule cafeteria substitutes as needed.
• Ensure that adequate and appetizing food is prepared and served in accordance with planned menus. Maintain the highest standard of sanitation in personal cleanliness, food preparation, food service and care of equipment.
• Schedule cafeteria substitutes as needed.
• Supervise and help with the daily cleaning of the kitchen (clean dishes, pots, pans and equipment as needed).
• Ensure all employees provide excellent customer service.
• Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment.
• Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds in English, Spanish, or other languages related to the job.
• Ability to work harmoniously with others.
• Perform other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Language Skills: Ability to read, write and communicate in English. Ability to read and comprehend required district and food service policies and procedures. Able to write clearly and communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed, but basic, written or oral instructions in English. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisor(s), staff, students, parents and community. Ability to work effectively in stressful situations.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and may be continuously required to stand. The employee will be able to use full range of motion at a standard height worktable. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, push/pull up to 75 pounds. The employee may be required to stand and/or walk for up to eight hours on cement or quarry tile floors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Works in a school kitchen environment. Able to operate kitchen equipment in a safe and sanitary manner. Able to use a telephone, operate a computer, and use other office equipment. Able to drive to other program sites and meetings.

Classification/Location:

Classified Full-Time Position at Joan Austin Elementary

Calendar/Benefits:

7 hours per day, when school is in session. 6am - 1:30pm

Range 7 of the 2026-27 Classified Salary Schedule TBD (25-26 $18.38 - $23.37 per hour)

Newberg School District pays 6% PERS contribution, provides a generous insurance cap and long-term disability insurance. Optional Life, AD&D insurance, Short Term Disability, Tax Shelter Annuities, Section 125 health and dependent care accounts, and Employee Assistance Program through Uprise Behavioral Health also available to all staff.

Newberg Dundee Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and educator. In accordance with Federal and Oregon law the District does not discriminate in employement on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law, including ORS 659A.030 and related Oregon civil rights statutes.

The District complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Oregon disability laws and provides resonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities upon request. Requests for accommodations may be directed to the Human Resources Department at (503) 554-5000, unless doeing so would cause undue hardship.