Child Nutrition Services Manager

Lake Forest School District • Lake Forest, DE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Child Nutrition Services Manager oversees food service operations at a school site, with the goal of providing students nutritious food in a clean, cheerful, and caring atmosphere. The manager supervises and evaluates cafeteria employees, coordinates staffing and work assignments, and oversees receiving, storing, preparing, and serving food in accordance with established standards. The role supports menu planning, promotes meal quality and customer satisfaction, manages records and invoices, and maintains fiscal accountability for the operation. The manager is considered on call for emergencies outside regularly scheduled work hours, including weekends and holidays. This is a ten-month position; salary and work year are established by the Board.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in kitchen management, cooking or baking, food service, or related work.
• ServSafe or other food-handling certification.
• Ability to budget and allocate resources to maintain self-supporting, cost-effective food service programs.
• Effective skills using Excel, Word, and other food service management software.
• Ability to manage personnel effectively, work with school staff, resolve conflict, and create an inclusive and equitable environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Pass a Child Nutrition Services Manager Skills Test.
• Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds of dead weight for at least 50 feet.
• Satisfactory criminal background check before placement on payroll.
• Satisfactory child protection registry check.
• Documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to the school system.
• Mandatory direct deposit of pay.

Responsibilities

• Train, supervise, and evaluate Child Nutrition Services employees according to established procedures.
• Interview and screen cafeteria personnel and recommend appointments for the school site.
• Plan schedules and work assignments to use labor hours effectively.
• Follow personnel policies and evaluate bakers, cooks, and general workers.
• Oversee receiving, storing, handling, preparing, and serving food according to established standards.
• Assist with menu planning and supervise menu preparation and service at the school site.
• Use time-saving production techniques and government commodity foods effectively.
• Promote student and staff satisfaction by merchandising and serving appealing meals in accordance with established standards.
• Follow standardized accounting procedures and maintain required records, reports, and forms accurately.
• Ensure sanitation and safety practices throughout school Child Nutrition Services operations.
• Maintain fiscal responsibility and accountability for all aspects of the operation.
• Check invoices for accuracy before submitting them to the Child Nutrition Services Office.
• Submit reports, records, and forms in a timely manner.
• Develop proficiency in all aspects of the Child Nutrition computer software.
• Complete job requirements in a timely manner with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties related to Child Nutrition Services management as assigned.
• Respond to emergencies outside regular scheduled work hours, including weekends and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED