25-26 School Nutrition Assistant Manager

The School Nutrition Assistant Manager position is an integral role within the school nutrition department, responsible for assisting the School Nutrition Manager in overseeing campus nutrition operations. This position is part of a broader school district nutrition program that prioritizes providing nutritious, appealing, and safe food to students, staff, and visitors in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The employer is a school-based nutrition service, committed to promoting healthful eating habits and adhering strictly to the guidelines of the National School Breakfast and Lunch Programs. The assistant manager plays a vital supervisory role, managing between three to twenty employees, supporting their training, overseeing meal preparation, service, safety standards, and overall cafeteria cleanliness to ensure a welcoming environment for students and staff. This non-exempt role typically requires day-to-day interaction with kitchen staff, school administration, and vendors to maintain an efficient, safe, and financially responsible nutrition operation. The role of the School Nutrition Assistant Manager encompasses a variety of essential responsibilities that contribute to the effective operation of the school nutrition services. These include supervising food preparation and service staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, maintaining hygiene and sanitation practices, and monitoring inventory and food costs using specialized software such as PrimeroEdge. The assistant manager supports the manager by ensuring that all meals are prepared according to standardized recipes, minimizing food waste with batch cooking methods, and implementing USDA program guidelines rigorously. They are also responsible for creating work schedules, providing leadership and coaching to staff, handling cashier functions, and maintaining confidentiality of student information related to nutrition accounts. Additionally, this role involves direct interaction with students and staff to promote positive customer service experiences and nutrition education. The assistant manager supports compliance with special dietary needs for students with allergies, manages maintenance and safety checks of equipment, and may be required to work at different locations within the district as needed. Qualifications for this position typically include a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of relevant experience. Candidates must hold current food handler certifications and demonstrate skills in operating commercial kitchen equipment. Overall, this position demands attention to detail, strong leadership capabilities, commitment to food safety, and a dedication to supporting the wellness of the school community.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum two years of related work experience in food service or nutrition
• Current and valid food handler certification
• Completion of ServSafe or equivalent sanitation certification and maintain certification throughout employment
• Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment safely
• Physical ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions and manage exposure to cleaning chemicals
• Must adhere to professional standards of dress and hygiene
• Ability to travel to different school locations as needed
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with student data
• Effective communication skills in English
• Basic math competency
• Must complete Manager Training Program within the required timeframe
• Compliance with school nutrition policies, federal and state regulations