Epiphany School, Inc Kitchen Manager and Chef Dorchester Center, MA · Full time Company website

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Epiphany is an independent school dedicated to providing excellent, tuition-free education to boys and girls of all faiths, from economically disadvantaged families in Boston. Epiphany staff are committed to the humanity and dignity of each student and seek to honor the deep wells of intellect, experience, and talent they bring to us.  Epiphany is seeking a full-time, year-round, food safety certified Chef to manage our kitchen, preparing meals for approximately 40 toddlers, preschoolers, and 20 staff members in a joyful environment. The right person for this job will love our children and also enjoy cooking healthy, nutritious food from scratch whenever possible. 

As Kitchen Manager, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage department budget and vendor relationships.
• Purchase food and kitchen supplies, verifying delivery of ordered goods, and the accuracy of invoices.
• Create monthly menus that are healthy and exciting.
• Ensure that all the dietary needs are met, with special attention to allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Coordinate and assist groups that use the kitchen to ensure proper training and the effective use of space.
• Ensure that all records and supporting documents are maintained in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and policies, including production logs and meal counts.
• Ensure that the kitchen meets cleaning, sanitation, and health standards per state and local health department.
• Manage breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness with an organized kitchen. Routinely wash dishes, clean and maintain the cleanliness of all appliances, surfaces, and floors.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager and Principal.

Qualifications: 

• Experience in school food service, institutional, or restaurant management.
• Must possess Food Safety Manager Certification and MA Allergen Certification.
• Knowledge of basic word processing and spreadsheets.
• Minimum of 2 years experience - school meal planning experience is a plus.

Physical Working Conditions:

Work involves moderate physical exertion, such as walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, carrying, pushing, and pulling equipment and/or supplies, weighing up to 50 pounds. 

Compensation and benefits:

Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life, and Dental offered, all subject to premium split; may participate in retirement program.