School Food Services Manager I, II - Waimalu Elementary

The Hawaii State Department of Education is a leading public education institution dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students across the state. Committed to excellence, it offers a wide range of educational programs and services, managed by skilled professionals who contribute to the holistic development of the community. Among these professionals are vital school food service managers who ensure students receive nutritious and well-managed meal programs essential for their academic success and wellbeing. This opportunity is for the position of School Food Services Manager II, with applications also being accepted for School Food Services Manager I to address any recruiting challenges. The positions offer competitive salaries with the School Food Services Manager I earning $5,522.81 per month and the School Food Services Manager II earning $5,882.23 per month. Both roles are pivotal in managing the daily food service operations in school settings, ensuring compliance with USDA meal pattern requirements and maintaining high standards for food quality and safety. The School Food Services Manager II leads efficient service plans and operations, working closely with principals and the School Food Service Branch to optimize kitchen equipment, facilities, and workflow. This role entails supervising food service employees, including training staff on safety, sanitation, portion control, and the use of standard recipes, guaranteeing that the team fulfills USDA training mandates. Additionally, managers oversee the ordering, receipt, and storage of food supplies, maintain financial and inventory records, and manage budgets responsibly by monitoring expenditures and approving invoices. Daily inspections of kitchen and dining areas for health and safety compliance fall under their responsibility, along with scheduling maintenance and repair of equipment to uphold facility standards. The role may also involve coordinating satellite food service operations, which includes managing personnel, delivery, serving, and cleanup duties in additional food service facilities. Ideal candidates must have graduated from high school or possess an equivalent diploma, with applicants requiring at least four years of progressively responsible food service experience, including specialized management experience within schools or institutions. Experience must demonstrate supervisory aptitude and a thorough understanding of large-scale food preparation, menu planning, fiscal management, and adherence to federal and state regulations. Certification as a valid food handler through recognized bodies such as the Hawaii Department of Health is mandatory, ensuring that all safety standards are consistently met. This role is not only challenging but also rewarding, offering the chance to significantly impact the nutritional wellbeing of students while advancing one’s career in food services management. The Hawaii State Department of Education values diversity and equal opportunity, promoting an inclusive workplace in compliance with all civil rights laws and regulations.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Four years of progressively responsible food service experience including quantity cooking and food services management
• Possession of a valid food handler training level certification from an approved organization
• Demonstrated supervisory aptitude
• Ability to comply with safety and sanitation regulations
• Experience in fiscal management and recordkeeping
• Ability to train and evaluate food service staff