Food Service Manager

Maschio • Sussex, NJ

6d

About The Position

Oversee the daily operations of a K-12 school food service program, leading a team to provide quality meals and excellent service to students and staff. The role includes managing meal preparation and service, food production, ordering and inventory, point-of-sale and cash-handling operations, safety and sanitation, and daily staffing. The schedule is Monday through Friday on day shift, with no weekends or holidays and summers off.

Requirements

• Previous food service management or supervisory experience is preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of food preparation, food safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and NSLP guidelines.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional.
• Must be able to obtain required clearances and documentation to work in a school environment.

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe® certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the school food service program and ensure meals are prepared and served on schedule.
• Supervise, support, and direct food service employees; train, motivate, and promote a positive, professional, team-oriented workplace.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and school food service requirements, including National School Lunch Program (NSLP) guidelines.
• Assist with cooking and preparing a variety of foods; follow standardized recipes, portion control, and production standards.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and meal service.
• Place food and supply orders, monitor inventory, maintain accurate records, and ensure proper storage and rotation of supplies.
• Assist with marketing promotions and special food service initiatives.
• Assist employees with POS/register operations and cash collection; ensure proper cash handling, recordkeeping, and accurate daily transaction records.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures are followed, including required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and serving environment; monitor food handling, storage, and temperature controls.
• Coordinate daily staffing needs and schedules, and assist with securing food service workers and substitute coverage.

Benefits

• Monday–Friday schedule
• Day shift
• No weekends or holidays
• Summers off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed