Essential Functions
Assist in preparing, cooking, and serving meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
Lead and support kitchen staff to ensure smooth, timely, and efficient kitchen operations.
Oversee food portioning, presentation, and proper food handling procedures.
Maintain accurate records of meal counts, inventory, and food temperatures.
Ensure compliance with USDA meal pattern requirements and school nutrition policies.
Monitor and maintain kitchen cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation standards (HACCP).
Receive, inspect, and store food and supply deliveries; rotate stock as needed.
Train and mentor kitchen staff in best practices for food prep, safety, and customer service.
Communicate effectively with the food service manager, school staff, and vendors as needed.
Report equipment maintenance needs and assist in troubleshooting kitchen issues.
Assist with scheduling and assigning daily tasks to kitchen team members.
Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and guests.
Other duties as assigned by the VP of Finance & Operations designee.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Skills:
High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in school food service or institutional kitchen setting.
Experience in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
Valid ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Knowledge of child nutrition guidelines and food safety regulations.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus [optional depending on school population].
Ability to consistently maintain a warm, welcoming presence in the servery to students and staff,
even in a fast‐paced, demanding environment
Self‐starter requiring minimal supervision
Ability to work in a fast‐paced environment with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and efficiently as an individual
Experience with PC applications and the use of Google suite and other software applications
as needed
Experience with PowerSchool software is preferred
Ability to organize, prioritize, schedule and complete job‐related tasks efficiently
Commitment to the Mission and Values of CRJHS.
Sensitivity to the ethnic, racial and religious backgrounds of the student body
Ability to work in a faith‐based organization
Work Environment
This role operates in a commercial kitchen environment with exposure to hot surfaces, sharp tools, and
cleaning chemicals. Requires adherence to health and safety standards at all times.
Instructions
Apply:
Please email gbushman@cristoreymilwaukee.org the documents below, attached in PDF format:
Resume
Cover letter underscoring your interest in and readiness for the position
Please ensure your full name and the position are indicated in the subject line of your email (for example, “John Doe, Kitchen Lead”). This will help us process your application more efficiently.
Direct questions to gbushman@cristoreymilwaukee.org
Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Milwaukee is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, or national origin.
Contact Name
Galdi Bushman
Address
1818 W National Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53204