School Cafeteria Kitchen Manager

Job overview

The School Cafeteria Kitchen Manager role is onsite in Indianapolis, IN, with availability for early morning hours and occasional events or training outside standard school hours. Compensation is $53,000–$56,000 annually. Providence Cristo Rey High School serves students from underserved communities and emphasizes college-preparatory academics and professional work experience. The manager leads daily kitchen and cafeteria operations while working alongside the food service team. The role supports students’ access to nutritious meals and a safe, organized dining experience through meal preparation, staff leadership, food safety, inventory control, and compliant records.

What you'll do

• Lead kitchen and cafeteria operations
• implement scratch-made menus
• prepare and serve USDA-compliant meals
• plan production and prep
• supervise, schedule, and train staff
• maintain food safety and sanitation
• keep required records
• manage ordering, receiving, inventory, and waste
• and build positive relationships with students and school staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

school cafeteria kitchen manager

full-time

indianapolis in

providence cristo rey high school

food service leadership

school meals

usda compliance

haccp

inventory management

early morning hours

$53k–$56k annually

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Food service leadership experience is sought; school or large-scale food service experience is preferred. ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it is preferred. High school diploma is preferred. Employment is contingent on required child-protection, criminal background, and drug screening; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

About the employer

Providence Cristo Rey High School is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.