Kitchen Coordinator

What You'll Do

Execute Daily Food Preparation and Service
• Plan, prepare, and serve daily lunches and snacks.
• Manage food prep, portioning, and classroom distribution in partnership with the Operations Team.
• Prep ingredients and meals in advance to support efficient daily service.
• Maintain and update recipes, quantities, and meal feedback for continuous improvement.
• Assist with food preparation and support for program events as needed.
Design and Evolve Menus and Program Experience
• Develop and distribute monthly lunch menus and rotating snack menus.
• Evaluate and improve menu offerings based on nutrition, cost, and variety.
• Incorporate seasonal themes, curriculum tie-ins, and special events into meal planning.
• Introduce new recipes and creative approaches to enhance the food experience.
• Communicate menus, updates, and allergy information to staff and families.
• Support parent engagement through food-related communication and content.
Manage Inventory, Ordering, and Vendor Relationships
• Lead ordering of groceries and kitchen supplies (e.g., US Foods, Sam’s Club, Walmart, Amazon).
• Maintain accurate inventory and appropriate stock levels.
• Monitor expiration dates and ensure proper food rotation.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
Ensure Food Safety, Compliance, and Kitchen Standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment at all times.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and labeling procedures are followed.
• Maintain Food Handler’s Certification and ensure DHS compliance.
• Own kitchen inspections and ensure adherence to all regulatory standards.
• Support event setup and teardown when applicable.

Skills Needed to Succeed

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, especially related to cleanliness and compliance.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a shared workspace and partner well with multiple teams.
• Initiative to identify improvements and implement new ideas.
• Experience in food preparation, preferably in high-volume or childcare settings.
• Knowledge of child nutrition and age-appropriate meal planning.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Creativity in menu planning and program engagement.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Food Handler’s Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• 1-3 years experience in food service, kitchen management, or childcare setting preferred.

Benefits We Offer

• Paid parental leave, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Generous employer-paid leave for the use of vacation, sick time, and other qualifying reasons. 
• Innovative and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance that provides team members with useful resources and savings to navigate their holistic health. 
• Life insurance policy provided for all staff members at 2x annual salary at no cost. Additional life insurance coverage is available to purchase. 
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability is covered at 100% for full-time qualified staff members.
• Comprehensive wellness and mental health benefits allow staff to proactively invest in their physical and emotional health.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan allowing a team member to have up to 12.5% (including employee contribution, employer match, and employer discretionary contribution) contributed into their account in their first year. It doesn’t stop there—the more years on staff, the greater the investment! 
• $160 annually in development dollars for team members to invest in their professional growth. 
• Casual dress and work environment.
• And much more!

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