Chef Manager - Middletown School Nutrition

Chef Manager – Cook Up Leadership in School Nutrition! 
School Dining Leadership 

Are you a culinary professional who’s passionate about food, leadership, and purpose? Join our school nutrition team as a Chef Manager and bring your talent to a kitchen that nourishes students and shapes futures. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Lead daily kitchen operations to deliver healthy, high-quality meals to students and staff 

• Supervise and train kitchen team members to ensure culinary excellence and efficiency 

• Create menus that are nutritious, kid-friendly, and compliant with USDA school nutrition guidelines 

• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and inventory controls in alignment with health regulations 

• Collaborate with school administrators and nutrition staff to support student well-being 

• Manage production records, vendor orders, and kitchen budgets 

• Foster a welcoming and inclusive kitchen culture focused on teamwork and accountability 

We’re Looking For: 

• 3+ years of experience in culinary management (school food service or institutional setting a plus) 

• Strong cooking skills with a focus on scratch preparation and batch cooking 

• Knowledge of USDA school meal requirements, production planning, and food safety standards 

• A proactive leader who inspires teams and delivers results 

• ServSafe certification  

• Passion for feeding students and making a difference in the school community 

Why Join Us? 

• Competitive pay + opportunities for growth 

• Family-friendly schedule – no nights, weekends, or major holidays 

• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement 

• Paid time off   

• A chance to lead with purpose and impact the health and success of students every day 

About Us: 

At Whitsons, we believe great food fuels great minds. As a Chef Manager, you’ll blend culinary skills with compassionate leadership to create a dining program students love. You’ll not only manage meals—you’ll help build a kitchen that’s a cornerstone of community, health, and learning. 

 

Ready to serve up leadership with heart? Apply now and help us nourish the next generation— at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™. 

 $58,000

 

 

 

 

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES 

Education 

1. College or culinary degree from an accredited institution preferred; Food Management Professional (FMP) certification preferred; equivalent combination of culinary training and progr