Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $16
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Operations
Reports To: Facility Manager

Location: Saint Cloud FL
Travel Requirements: None expected

Position Overview

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for maintaining a clean safe and well-organized food service operation that supports healthy nutritious meals for clients. This role manages kitchen sanitation food inventory meal service procedures and compliance with applicable health and safety standards while supervising food service workers if applicable.

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 wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

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

Observe all local health code regulations and immediately address sanitation or maintenance discrepancies.

Maintain kitchen tools supplies and food inventory including dating rotation and storage of food products.

Supervise and direct food service workers or assigned workers to ensure safe food handling and proper use of protective equipment.

Ensure meals are prepared and served in a clean safe and nutritious manner for all clients.

Monitor portion control and meal service procedures to prevent waste favoritism and disruption.

Keep the kitchen and dining area clean sanitized and inspection-ready after each meal service.

Maintain required vendor invoices receipts and sanitation inspection documentation.

Ensure authorized access to food preparation areas and maintain control of contraband risks related to food service.

Coordinate meal coverage for clients arriving late or returning from work after hours.

Support a respectful structured dining environment and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education

High school diploma required.
Must be at least 18 years old.

Experience

Experience managing food preparation sanitation inventory and meal service operations.
Experience supervising staff or food service workers is strongly preferred.
Experience working with offenders criminal justice populations or at-risk clients is preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of food safety practices sanitation standards and local health code requirements.
Ability to maintain accurate inventory receipts and food rotation procedures.
Ability to supervise workers and ensure safe food handling portion control and inspection readiness.
Strong observation organization and documentation skills.
Ability to conduct oneself respectfully and professionally in a structured environment.
Ability to lift and move items over 50 pounds and remain active throughout the shift.

Licenses / Certifications

Current ServSafe certification or ability to obtain food safety manager certification within 60 days of assignment.
Valid drivers license if required for the assigned site.

Preferred Qualifications

College degree preferred.
Three years of experience working with offenders criminal justice populations or at-risk clients preferred.
Experience in a residential correctional or highly structured program environment preferred.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in kitchen dining and program facility environments and requires maintaining sanitation safety and structure throughout meal preparation and service.

Responsibilities may include:

Working within secure or structured program environments
Interaction with individuals participating in reentry services
Routine inventory tracking documentation and inspection preparation
Standing walking bending lifting and moving throughout kitchen and dining areas for extended periods

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

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