Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Department: Operations
Reports To: The Facility Director
Location: Jacksonville, Florida

Position Overview
The Kitchen Manager is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen operation while staying within budget. This role oversees sanitation, inventory, food storage, meal service, and compliance with food safety standards to help ensure clients receive healthy and nutritious meals in a safe environment.

Why Join The Transition House
At The Transition House, we believe strong teams create strong outcomes. Our work is centered on accountability, rehabilitation, and opportunity for individuals transitioning back into the community.

We are committed to supporting our employees through professional development, a collaborative work culture, and a workplace that values both mission impact and employee well-being.

Key Responsibilities
The following duties represent the primary responsibilities of this position. Additional duties may be assigned as operational needs require.

• Maintain compliance with local health codes and food safety standards.

• Oversee kitchen sanitation, cleanliness, and inspection readiness.

• Monitor inventory, kitchen tools, food deliveries, and proper food storage/rotation.

• Ensure safe food preparation and meal service procedures are followed.

• Enforce portion control and support orderly meal service for clients.

• Conduct weekly sanitation inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.

• Help ensure kitchen security, including controlling contraband and limiting unauthorized access to food preparation areas.

• Maintain professionalism, accountability, and accurate documentation related to kitchen operations.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma required.

Experience

• Must be at least 18 years old.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to prepare accurate, concise reports using proper format, grammar, and spelling

• Ability to accurately count persons and account for those absent

• Ability to search persons and areas and identify/remove contraband

• Knowledge of sanitation, kitchen safety, and food service operations

• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and secure kitchen environment

Licenses / Certifications

• ServSafe certification required and must be kept current at all times.

• Ability to obtain food safety manager certification within 60 days of assignment as applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of experience working with offenders or criminal justice at-risk clients preferred

• College degree preferred

• Applicable related experience may be considered

Work Environment
This position may operate in a combination of kitchen, residential program, and structured facility environments. Responsibilities include active movement throughout the kitchen and dining areas, sanitation oversight, food service operations, and maintaining safe and orderly conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Schedule Expectations
Schedule to be determined based on operational needs.

Benefits
Eligible employees may receive the following benefits:

Comprehensive Benefits Include:
· Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
· 401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off:
· Up to 25 days of PTO based on tenure
· 7 Wellness Days annually
· 11 Paid Holidays plus 1 Floating Holiday

Work-Life Balance & Growth:
· Flexible scheduling options (based on operational needs)
· Professional development support

Additional Perks:
· Employee discount programs
· Referral bonuses

Culture
At The Transition House, your mental health is our top priority.

We understand that mental well-being is a vital part of maintaining a healthy and productive workplace. Our team works to create a culture of collaboration, accountability, and balance between work and home life.

We strive to provide our employees the same supportive hand that we extend to our clients. By investing in our staff, we build a stronger organization capable of delivering meaningful and lasting impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Transition House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

ADA Accommodation Statement
The Transition House is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and employment process. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.