Job Description
The Kitchen Manager will oversee all district meal production for the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, and Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
*This position is based on-site in Juneau, Alaska
Responsibilities
+ Maintain expert knowledge of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP); ensure compliance and train staff in requirements.
+ Develop menus and standardized recipes; oversee food quality, presentation, and portion control.
+ Plan, manage, and support daily food service operations across assigned units.
+ Develop and test participation improvement measures.
+ Monitor site usage to forecast demand, place orders, and maintain proper inventory levels.
+ Manage inventory, product availability, receiving, and freight organization; source local items as needed.
+ Control waste through effective forecasting, ordering, and production practices.
+ Monitor employee production records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
+ Implement and support company systems and programs, including food safety, training, labor, and procurement initiatives.
+ Train, coach, supervise, and hold staff accountable for performance, safety, and required reporting.
+ Ensure sanitation, food safety standards, and proper chemical usage are consistently maintained.
+ Oversee the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) in compliance with guidelines.
+ Assist with high-volume food production and daily kitchen operations as needed.
+ Collaborate with leadership and clients on operations, contracts, and service expectations.
+ Perform other related duties as assigned, which could include supporting other accounts throughout the territory as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
+ Will oversee kitchen staff development, training, safety training and proper food safety standards and sanitation.
Qualifications
+ High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
+ Must have 3-5 years of relevant food service experience.
+ Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under company vehicle insurance policy.
+ Computer literacy including Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications.
+ Ability to work independently and with guidance and complete assignments in a timely manner.
+ Personal maturity and poise.
+ Personal drive and energy, a liking of challenges and opportunities to innovate.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Must have 3-5 years of relevant food service experience.
Computer literacy including Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications.
Ability to work independently and with guidance and complete assignments in a timely manner.
Personal maturity and poise.
Personal drive and energy, a liking of challenges and opportunities to innovate.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
NMS Core Values
Safety guides our behavior.
Honesty and integrity govern our activities.
Commitments made will be fulfilled.
All individuals are treated with dignity and respect.
The environment will be protected and sustained.
Equal Opportunity Employer NANA Regional Corporation, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, gender-identity and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran protected status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. NANA grants employment preference to shareholder of NANA, their spouses and descendants to the extent allowed by law.
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Default: Location : Location _US-AK-Juneau_
Job ID _2026-23083_
NMS Division _NMS FFM_
Work Type _On-Site_
Work Location _Juneau_
NMS is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran protected status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.N
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