Chartwells K12Verified Source

Food Unit Lead, K-12 Dining Services

33K–37K
Onsite · Detroit, Michigan
Posted August 14, 2026
full-time

Overview

Own on-site food service operations as a Food Unit Lead for a K-12 program in Detroit area scale. Lead a team, ensure quality service and safe, compliant meal preparation. Collaborate with site leadership to deliver a positive dining experience. This role blends supervision, food safety, and daily operations to support students and staff.

What You'll Do9

  • 1Lead a team of food-service staff and coordinate daily workflow to ensure smooth service
  • 2Oversee food preparation and service in accordance with presentation, sanitation, safety and portion control standards
  • 3Assist with menu planning and ensure timely, efficient meal service while supervising meal distribution
  • 4Train employees and assign work to optimize efficiency and excellence in food and service
  • 5Manage daily/weekly/monthly reporting including inventory, payroll, and timekeeping
  • 6Ensure proper cash handling per Food Accounting Manual and manage deposits and petty cash
  • 7Order food and supplies from approved sources and manage vendor relationships
  • 8Oversee sanitation and safety programs and ensure adherence to sanitation schedules
  • 9Support staff onboarding, orientation, and ongoing training

Requirements6

  • 1Kitchen experience
  • 2Onsite location in Hazel Park, MI
  • 3Full-time schedule with variable days 6:30 am to 2:30 pm
  • 4Pay range $16.25 to $18.00 per hour
  • 5Internal employee referral bonus available
  • 6Ability to perform duties in an educational facility and comply with company standards

Salary Insight

$33 - $37k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationDetroit, Michigan

Required Skills

Kitchen experienceMenu planningFood safetySanitation proceduresCash handlingInventory managementOrdering suppliesStaff trainingCustomer service
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