Kansas City, Missouri, United States · On-site
Job Summary The Kitchen Supervisor ensures that children receive nutritious, appealing meals and snacks prepared in a sanitary and developmentally appropriate manner. This role involves planning, preparing, and deliverin…
Skills: Food preparation, Kitchen management, Staff supervision, Menu planning, Inventory control
Kansas City, Missouri, United States · On-site
Operation Breakthrough’s mission is to help children living in poverty develop to their fullest potential by providing them a safe, loving and educational environment. We also strive to support and empower the chil…
Skills: Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Implementation, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Developmental Screening
Kansas City, Missouri, United States · On-site
Breakthrough Academy Elementary School Teacher Fourth and Fifth Grade At Breakthrough Academy, a new Missouri Charter School located at Operation Breakthrough, teachers are essential to ensuring that all of our students …
Skills: Lesson Planning, STEM Integration, Project-Based Learning, Classroom Management, Conscious Discipline
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The Kitchen Supervisor oversees daily kitchen operations, including meal planning, preparation, and delivery to classrooms while ensuring compliance with CACFP and Head Start standards. They are also responsible for supervising dietary staff, managing inventory, and maintaining strict sanitation and safety protocols.
Candidates must have multiple years of supervisory experience in institutional food service and hold a current Manager’s Food Preparation Certification. A high school diploma is required, along with the physical ability to lift up to 45 lbs and stand for extended periods.
Job Summary
The Kitchen Supervisor ensures that children receive nutritious, appealing meals and snacks prepared in a sanitary and developmentally appropriate manner. This role involves planning, preparing, and delivering meals for family-style service in classrooms, maintaining compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), and assisting with managing food purchasing and recordkeeping. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills are essential.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Staff Supervision
Oversees all dietary staff and assigns tasks to ensure efficient kitchen operations
Conducts employee performance reviews
Fosters a teamwork-oriented environment
Meal Planning & Preparation
Plans and prepares meals following CACFP and Head Start Food Service Policy, approved menus, and recipes
Purchasing & Inventory
Assist with ordering food and supplies based on enrollment numbers and staff needs
Assist with maintaining cost control and inventory systems in line with CACFP procedures
Assist with keeping records of food production, service, and attendance
Menu Modifications
Plans meals in advance to reduce substitutions
Documents all changes for CACFP compliance
Food Quality & Safety
Prepares meals to preserve nutrients and enhance taste and presentation
Delivers food to classrooms in age-appropriate portions and formats
Maintains sanitation and safety standards per local and state health regulations
Ensures proper care and maintenance of kitchen equipment and assists with purchasing needs
Inclusive Nutrition
Adapts recipes to meet the needs of infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities or allergies
Team Collaboration
Shares cooking responsibilities with the Assistant Cook to support smooth kitchen operations
Working Conditions
Indoor work environment, commercial kitchen.
Note: This job description outlines key responsibilities but is not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Providing a safe, loving and educational environment for children in poverty and empowering their families.
Operation Breakthrough surrounds 700 of the city’s most vulnerable children and their families with opportunities – to learn, connect, be nurtured and prepare for success. The program runs cradle to career, helping little children become school-ready, helping school-agers stay on track and offering teens real-world experiences in digital electronics, graphic design and more. The average OB family lives on about $1,000 a month, so OB adds on-site health care, therapy, parenting classes and financial literacy. OB empowers people to breakthrough to a bright future! For more information, or to inquire about employment opportunities, visit www.operationbreakthrough.org.
Offices: 3039 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64109, US
Providing a safe, loving and educational environment for children in poverty and empowering their families.
Operation Breakthrough surrounds 700 of the city’s most vulnerable children and their families with opportunities – to learn, connect, be nurtured and prepare for success. The program runs cradle to career, helping little children become school-ready, helping school-agers stay on track and offering teens real-world experiences in digital electronics, graphic design and more. The average OB family lives on about $1,000 a month, so OB adds on-site health care, therapy, parenting classes and financial literacy. OB empowers people to breakthrough to a bright future! For more information, or to inquire about employment opportunities, visit www.operationbreakthrough.org.
Offices: 3039 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64109, US
