2026-2027 Assistant Manager, Food and Nutrition Services

The School District of Lee County•Fort Myers, FL

1d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting the Manager, Food and Nutrition Services in overseeing daily operations, including food production, sanitation, safety, and record-keeping. The Assistant Manager will also assume the Manager's duties in their absence and help train new employees. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and management skills, with a focus on maintaining high standards within the food and nutrition services program.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of the Manager, Food and Nutrition Services (Intern) Training Program.
Valid Florida driver’s license.
Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
Organizational and management skills.
Mathematical skills.
Knowledge of the National School Lunch Program requirements.
Knowledge of pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers, and applications.
Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.
Ability to withstand a wide range of temperatures.
Ability to work with and around chemical cleaning agents.
Ability to serve in a lead role, oversee employees, and resolve conflicts in the Manager’s absence.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree from an accredited institution.
Four (4) years of comparable food service experience, preferably in a school setting.
Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Maintain a positive attitude toward all students and staff.
Assume the Manager’s duties in his absence.
Maintain production, commodity, and financial records.
Coordinate and assist with food production service of meals.
Assist in maintaining high standards in sanitation, safety, and in use and care of equipment.
Assist with the purchase of all food and supplies.
Assist with the design of daily work schedules.
Assist with the design of daily cleaning schedules.
Assist the Manager with storeroom controls and inventory.
Assist in enforcing the Food and Nutrition Services standards of dress, appearance, and personal hygiene.
Assist new Food and Nutrition Services employees, student employees, or volunteers in becoming familiar with their assignments.
Comply with all requirements of the local, state, and federal Food and Nutrition Services programs.