Chartwells K12Verified Source

Food Unit Lead, School Food Service & Dining

35K–42K
Onsite · Phoenix, Arizona
Posted August 14, 2026
full-time

Overview

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.

What You'll Do5

  • 1Build and supervise food preparation and service to meet standards for presentation, sanitation, safety and portion control
  • 2Lead staff training and assign work to promote efficiency in food and service
  • 3Oversee daily meal service and ensure timely, quality delivery to students and staff
  • 4Manage inventory, vendor orders, and payroll/timekeeping tasks for the site
  • 5Address customer concerns in person and via email to maintain satisfaction while adhering to policies

Requirements5

  • 1Prior food service and cooking experience is required
  • 2Ability to manage sanitation and safety per company standards and government regulations
  • 3Experience planning menus and coordinating work schedules
  • 4Proven ability to supervise and train food service staff
  • 5Strong cash handling and paperwork skills with familiarity of daily/weekly/monthly reporting

Salary Insight

$35 - $42k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationPhoenix, Arizona

Required Skills

food servicesanitationmenu planningstaff supervisioninventory management
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