Food Unit Lead, K-12 Food Service & Onsite Dining

Own daily supervision of cafeteria operations at a K-12 site and ensure safe, appetizing meals for students. Lead food preparation, service, and sanitation at scale across a school dining program. Collaborate with managers to plan menus, train staff, and ensure on-time meal service. This role is onsite at Murphy Elementary School District, Monday to Friday mornings.

You will own menu planning, recipe compliance, ordering, inventory, and food quality for Martinez Unified School District, serving 3,800 students across 8 schools. You will report to the Director and lead a unionized food service team, providing hands-on culinary guidance, training, and support. You will implement Mood Boost programs and conduct cooking demonstrations to boost student engagement. Travel to each school twice per week is required, with mileage reimbursement. This role stands out for its focus on student well-being and the autonomy to shape culinary excellence in a K-12 setting.

Food Unit Lead responsible for coordinating front line food-service staff in a K-12 cafeteria at Triton Central Schools. Owns daily operations, ensures sanitation, portion control, and timely meal service at scale. Leads a team to deliver quality customer service and an enjoyable dining experience for students and staff. This role emphasizes hands-on supervision within a 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM schedule and onsite operations.

You will run daily cafeteria operations at Monroe Township School, overseeing food service and sanitation for a K-12 dining program. Coordinating a team of food-service employees, you ensure timely meal service and a clean, safe environment. This role reports to the Chartwells K12 district manager and works closely with school staff. You will train staff, manage cash handling, and maintain inventory and production records. Prior food service and supervisory experience is required; ServSafe certification sets you apart.

The role owns meal preparation and kitchen operations for a nonprofit housing program serving residents with complex needs. You will work onsite in San Francisco, support nutrition-focused meal plans, and supervise volunteers to ensure safe, clean dining and food preparation areas. You will collaborate with a Food Service Coordinator and dietitian to manage budgets and documentation while providing culturally competent services. This role offers exposure to social services, hospitality, and community health in a mission-driven environment.

The role owns inventory and supply chain for food services across multiple UCSF locations. Responsibilities include scaling operations and training staff while upholding food safety standards. This position differs by offering direct leadership in clinical nutrition and retail environments.