Kitchen Manager

Position Summary Primary responsibilities include coordinating with camp leadership to build culinary teams which create recipes and menus which are aligned with curricular and cultural immersion goals of language programs, providing leadership to the teams that produce these menus, and implementing Professional Development Plans for the people on their team. Position Responsibilities 1. Support the mission and vision of Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages and demonstrate the competencies as defined for this position. 2. Provide Team Leadership through Food Production Lead the team that prepares cooks, serves and cleans up culturally authentic meals. Anticipate daily thawing needs. Anticipate and correct possible food shortages. Maintain food quality, safety and sanitation standards. Manage food waste. Ensure an organized and clean food service work areas are maintained to Minnesota Food Code and Concordia Language Villages standards of cleanliness and sanitation. Ensure environmental practices are followed in the kitchen work area. 3. Providing Team Leadership through Work Coordination Schedule team members. Organize responses for unforeseen labor shortages. Oversee the care and maintenance of kitchens. Maintain appropriate inventories of food, supplies and small wares that support planned menus. Ensure food, supplies and small wares are ordered and organized in a timely manner. Organize daily work tasks and assign team members to tasks. Work with language communities to garner feedback concerning the food. 4. Provide Team Leadership through Staff Development and Training Coordinate and implement Professional Development Plans by defining the skills and experience necessary in each position, including your own position, and the specific professional development tracks needed by each individual to meet the culinary curriculum goals established in each Language Group, which may include certifications in the Culinary Arts and/or Education fields. Develop and implement training workshops and sessions for all Culinary Arts Department members. Ensure ongoing training through periodic evaluations and performance appraisals of team members. Coach and mentor staff by working side by side with team members. Prioritize training at all work opportunities. 5. Menu/Recipe Development and Curriculum Support Coordinate with language communities to research and create culturally authentic menus for the assigned language group that align with the curricular goals of programs. Research and develop recipes that support the designed menus. Plan these menus and recipes within budgetary constraints. Maintain menu and recipe information for future use. 6. Provide Team Leadership through Staff Supervision Participate in recruiting team members. Hire team members. Supervise daily work of team members. Document and take action to correct job related behavior that does not meet communicated performance standards. Ensure compliance with safety standards, and Minnesota Food Code requirements.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

Required:

High School Diploma or GED Associate's degree (2-year degree) or equivalent experience 3 years of cooking experience Must be able to read and write 1 year supervisory experience and/or proven leadership qualities Demonstrated experience training staff Experience planning menus Able to work a varied schedule including early mornings, evenings and weekends as necessary

Preferred:

Quantity cooking experience Ordering experience Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree (4-year degree) Culinary Degree or 5 years of related experience Food Industry certifications

Position Opening Date:

3/1/2026

Position Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:

Yes Screening Begins:

3/8/2026

Benefit Eligible:

Yes Benefits and Salary:

Concordia College is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package: Health Insurance Flexible Spending Account Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Preventative Chiropractic Program Retirement Plan Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time only) Life Insurance (full-time only) 13 Paid holidays including the time off between Christmas and New Year's Paid parental leave Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for yourself and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents with Oak Grove Lutheran Schools Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners:

CIC-TEP, ELCA

schools, and Tuition Exchange Inc.

Extras:

access to athletic facilities, library, fitness classes, athletic events, theatre events, purchase dining on campus, free MATbus rides Salary - 22.40 - 27.45 USD Hourly Wage The final salary will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, and alignment with the position's requirements. Other considerations may include internal equity and market conditions.

EEO/AA Statement:

Concordia College will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran's status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.

Employment Contingencies:

Background Check Special Instructions to

Applicants:

This position in located in Bemidji, Minnesota. You must submit a cover letter, resume and references. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.