Area 3 Elementary School_ School Nutrition Assistant Manager (Chapel Hill ES) 2025-2026

DeKalb County School District•Chapel Hill, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Chapel Hill Elementary School is seeking an experienced and motivated School Nutrition Assistant Manager to supervise its school nutrition program. Under direct supervision, ensures the provision of healthy meals that meet relevant nutritional standards, by managing meal preparation, and overseeing food service operations. Provide leadership and guidance to a team, handle inventory and financial transactions, and ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Minimum of one (1) year institutional food service or closely related experience is required.
DeKalb County School System Nutrition Credential must be obtained within one year of employment and must be valid throughout duration of employment [Renewal every three (3) years].
ServeSafe Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment and valid throughout duration of employment [Renewal every five (5) years].

Responsibilities

Manage a functional team within a department.
Ensure that sanitation and safety standards meet county state federal laws requirements.
Organize programs and processes, establishing tasks for the team and/or supervisors and setting priorities.
Supervise and guide School Nutrition Employees in the preparation, transportation, and serving of food to students, ensuring adherence to nutritionally sound menus.
Maintain and manage all necessary documentation.
Oversee the opening procedures for daily operations and ensure kitchen areas are clean and sanitary and that equipment is operational.
Train staff in proper food preparation and serving techniques while implementing safety and health guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
Assist with planning meals, including breakfast, lunch, after-school snacks, and supper.
Assist with purchasing and ordering food supplies.
Work on issues requiring the analysis of data and a variety of relevant factors to resolve.
Identify and resolve operational issues that may fall outside of established guidelines as they arise; recommend process improvements where needed based on sound project workflow principles.
Participate in educational programs aimed at enhancing service delivery within the school nutrition program.
Interact with subordinates, supervisors, and functional peer groups to interpret and explain information as necessary.
Perform additional duties as assigned.