Food Service Supervisor

State Street Academy•Bay City, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

State Street Academy is hiring a Food Service Supervisor to join the team. Must have experience in school food service. State Street Academy is a K-11 charter school located in Bay City, Michigan. Our mission is to encourage students to do their personal best by offering education in a safe and caring environment. The curriculum prepares students to solve problems both individually and collaboratively, using critical thinking skills and cultivated through comparative, inter-disciplinary study. The Food Service Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the school's food service program, ensuring students receive safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. This position supervises kitchen staff, manages food preparation and inventory, and promotes a clean, efficient, and customer-focused dining environment. The Food Service Manager collaborates with school leadership to support student wellness and the overall mission of the school.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous experience in institutional food service, school nutrition, restaurant management, or commercial kitchen operations required.
Ability to meet all applicable state, district, and school employment requirements, including successful completion of required background checks.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, Hospitality, Nutrition, or a related field preferred.
Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
Knowledge of USDA School Nutrition Program requirements, food safety regulations, and sanitation standards.
Current ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
Ability to maintain accurate records and manage inventory and purchasing.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and oversee the daily production and service of nutritious meals in accordance with USDA, state, and local guidelines.
Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate food service staff to ensure efficient kitchen operations and high-quality customer service.
Develop menus that meet nutritional standards while considering student preferences and dietary restrictions.
Maintain inventory of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment; order products as needed while managing food costs and minimizing waste.
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations, including proper food handling and storage procedures.
Monitor food quality, portion control, and meal presentation.
Maintain accurate records related to meal counts, inventory, purchasing, production, and food safety.
Manage the food service budget and assist with cost control initiatives.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, ensuring equipment is clean and functioning properly.
Collaborate with school administration regarding special events, catering requests, and nutrition initiatives.
Promote a positive, welcoming cafeteria environment for students and staff.
Maintain effective communication with students, parents, vendors, school staff, and administration.
Participate in professional development and required food service training.
Regular and predictable attendance.