Assistant Kitchen Manager - Holmes Middle School

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Holmes Middle School JobID:

2514

Position Type:

Food Service Date Posted:

5/8/2026

Location:

Holmes Middle School Date Available:

2026-2027

School Year Closing Date:

05/15/2026 or filled

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Livonia Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager (3.5 Hours) to assist with management of the school kitchen, food preparation and serving of meals to students. Because of the nature of the work, a spirit of cooperation with all others in the building is essential. Other duties associated with this position may be assigned by the supervisor. Specific details of the position will be discussed with the administrator during the interview process. Training will be provided.

DISTRICT OVERVIEW

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K

• post secondary.

There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil .

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute. As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing you're helping thousands of students grow and learn, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you: Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage: The district's contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law. Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week. Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week. Optional "cash in lieu" of medical insurance for those who qualify. Dental, vision, and life insurance: The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.

Long-term disability coverage:

The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week. Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members. Completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee. Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days. Longevity pay. Annual work clothing allowance. Earn overtime pay beyond 8 hours per day. Paid "act of God" days, such as snow days. Opportunity for career advancement. Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district's attendance boundaries, who work 20+ hours, are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Food & Nutrition Services Assistant Kitchen Manager will work scheduled hours as determined by the Kitchen Manager. An Assistant Manager's job is to assist with meal planning, food and supply orders, food preparation and serving student lunches, as well as Kitchen Cleanup after Meal Service is complete. The Assistant Kitchen Manager will fill in for the Kitchen Manager in her absence. The Assistant Kitchen Manager must be able to read, understand and follow directions. They should have good memory recall, learning where food items are kept, how to use kitchen equipment, basic start-to-finish daily job duties, as well as building orientation. Good communication skills are essential, as are time-management skills, meeting time deadlines for meal service. Food Preparation may involve repetitive motions like washing / cutting fresh fruit or vegetables, cooking/baking, cupping small quantities of foods or sauces for student trays, counting pieces such as chicken nuggets for student meals. The employee should be able to stand for long periods of time. Kitchen Cleanup will involve washing pots/pans and serving utensils, as well as sanitizing counters and service areas. Proper measurement of cleaning solutions is a necessary daily task. Protocols must be followed for safe food handling practices. The Assistant Manager may be asked to assist with receiving and putting away food and/or milk deliveries. This may involve lifting up to 50-pound food and supply cases and crates of milk, as well as bending, twisting, stooping, stretching and reaching up overhead or down to the floor. The Assistant Manager will work with the Kitchen manager to perform Monthly Kitchen stock (food and supplies) Inventories. The Assistant Manager may be asked to work extra hours to learn how some Management Duties are performed, so that they will be able to cover in the event of the Kitchen Manager's absence. The employee will also be asked to learn how to operate the register by scanning student cards to account for the meals they are serving. Food & Nutrition Services Employees must have the ability to check and read daily emails. They need to perform basic computer skills as required for completing timesheets and other required documents. Staff are responsible for discussing prearranged absences with both their Kitchen Manager and the Food & Nutrition Services Administrator. It is of utmost importance that all Food & Nutrition Services Employees are able to work well with others and to treat co-workers, students and staff with respect.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

: The work year, salary, and fringe benefits will be consistent with the current agreement between the Board of Education and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees. This position will remain open until the position is filled.

APPLICATIONS

: All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage. All applicants must also upload a cover letter, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation to their online application. The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524. Livonia Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online. Attachment(s):

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