Job Description

Full Time - Kitchen Manager

The Blinn College District is searching for a Full Time - Kitchen Manager at our Brenham Campus.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities are listed below:

The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for the overall operation and performance of the kitchen staff. This includes setting goals and targets, monitoring progress, and providing feedback and guidance to ensure that the kitchen staff is meeting the standards of the department. The kitchen Manager will maintain a safe and sanitary working environment and implement and enforce safety and sanitation standards.

Principal Accountabilities

• Supervise and manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance reviews.
• Ensure all kitchen staff are properly trained and are following all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Ensure kitchen operations run smoothly and efficiently.
• Monitor and maintain adequate kitchen inventory levels.
• Ensure that recipes and food preparation instructions are followed correctly.
• Monitor food quality and presentation.
• Ensure that all equipment is in good working order.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Assist in menu planning and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications/ Required Degree, License or Certifications

High school graduation or equivalent.

Minimum Competencies

• Must be dependable, self motivated and be able to work extremely flexible hours, nights and weekend.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with other employees and the public.
• Knowledge of food preparation and dining service management in a large institutional.
• Ability to plan, implement, evaluate and report activities in the kitchen.
• Knowledge of health hazards and safety precautions involved in food service and preparation.
• Ability to plan and allocate workloads of employees and to supervise as needed.
• Ability to train food service employees in the technical preparation of food, knowledgeable of the associated health and safety precautions.
• Ability to use and understand software systems, computer skills, Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email, internet, ordering online, etc.
• Basic reading, writing , and math skills
• Knowledge of Texas Department of State Health Services, Retail Food Establishments, Health and Safety Codes, Rules and Regulations

Preferred Qualifications

Three years management experience in a commercial or institutional dining service and or experience as a chef.

Successful management and supervision experience

Preferred Competencies

Special Notes To Applicants

Position work hours are Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm with some nights and weekends. Being able to work flexible hours is a plus

This is a 12 month, benefits-eligible
position. Blinn College pays 100% of health insurance for full-time employees,
50% for dependents, and two times your annual salary in life insurance
benefits. Optional coverage can begin on your first active duty date. If you
would like to review insurance benefits in advance, you can access the New
Employee Benefits Guide online https://www.ers.texas.gov/PDFs/nebgs/py26-nebg-he-guide

Yearly leave time includes:

96 hours vacation
40 hours discretionary
16 hours personal
8 hours sick each month.
Paid leave for college designated holiday’s, spring break, Thanksgiving, and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year)

Heavy lifting, 45 to 70 lbs., Moderate lifting, 15 to 44 lbs., Light lifting, under 15 lbs., Heavy
carrying, 45 to 70 lbs., Moderate carrying, 15 to 44 lbs., Light carrying, under 15 lbs., Straight
pulling, Pulling hand over hand, Repeated bending, Reaching above shoulder, Simple grasping, Dual
simultaneous grasping, Walking, Standing, Sitting, Twisting, Pushing, Stooping, Operating
mechanical equipment, Operating office equipment, Seeing, Identifying colors, Depth perception,
Hearing (with aid), Hearing (without aid), Writing, Counting, Reading, Telling time

Job Type: Full Time

Employment Type: Exempt

Compensation: Annual Salary

Salary or Wage: $38,551

Grade: B31

Division: Business and Finance

Department: Food Service

Location: Brenham Campus

Target Hire Date: 7/28/2026

The Blinn College District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.