Part-Time Food Services Kitchen Manager

Open Position

The Weld Re-9 School District headquartered in Ault, Colorado has an open position in the Food Services Department.

Job Title: Kitchen Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Food Service Director Days per Year: 180 Job Location: Highland Elementary School Hours per Day: 5.75

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides excellent customer service to all students, staff, parents, and visitors with a positive and professional attitude
• Follows menu instructions and portion sizes, and adjusts based on student count
• Adheres to all Health Department guidelines to ensure food safety
• Participates and maintains cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen
• Assists in recording and maintaining temperature logs for food equipment and production
• Ensures food safety measures are being observed and taken by all food service staff
• Day-to-day management of food service staff in the Elementary School Cafeteria
• Maintains appropriate communication with the Food Services Director about potential issues

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Food Safety Manager Certificate from the Health Department is required within 90 days of hire (certificate paid for by the district)
• Previous Supervisory experience in a food service environment is preferred, but not required

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive Hourly Pay: $18.75 – $20.25/hour, based on your background in supervision and food safety. Please note: Salary ranges are set firm per district policy and are non-negotiable. View our full Classified Salary Schedule under "Work for Weld Re-9" at weldre9.org.
• Build Your Career: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement program, substitute license reimbursement, and pathways to teacher licensure for interested employees
• Get paid over the summer: Option to receive your pay over 9 or 12 months (prorated for the 2026-2027 school year depending on start date).
• Retirement & Financial Perks: Secure your future with a PERA retirement plan, long-term disability protection, optional 401(k) savings, and additional third-party coverage options.
• Support & Time Off: Stay supported with our Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), personal leave, sick leave, and unique district benefits.

Application:

Applications can be completed by clicking "Apply" in the lower right corner. Position is open until filled. The Weld Re-9 School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Weld Re-9 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates.

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