Chef Manager - Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial

Chef Manager - Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial Yonkers, NY Job Details $70,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Nutrition Menu design OSHA (regulatory compliance area) Computer operation Food safety management Operations management ServSafe Computer literacy Food Safety Manager Certification Cooking Production inventory management Managing hospitality teams Mid-level 3 years Sanitation procedures Team development Culinary Arts Kitchen staff training Budgeting Productivity software Training Leadership Production records Team motivation (leadership skill) Full Job Description 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 W hy 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™.

Salary:

70,000/year

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Education:

College / Culinary degree preferred. FMP preferred. Safety training classes completed as required

Certifications:

ServSafe Certification required OSHA Certification preferred but not required Local food safety certification, if required in jurisdiction of employment.

Computer Skills:

All Microsoft Office Suite products Ability to learn new software programs

Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

Minimum 3-5 years of high volume food service management experience required.