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About the position
Are you a food service leader who's passionate about people, operations, and purpose? Join our school nutrition team as a Food Service General Manager and take the lead in a mission-driven kitchen that fuels young minds and futures. At Whitsons, we believe that every school meal is an opportunity to fuel success. As our General Manager, you'll lead a team dedicated to serving nutritious, student-approved meals with care, efficiency, and pride. Your leadership will help create a kitchen that's more than a workplace-it's a hub of health, learning, and community.
Responsibilities
- Inspire and lead the food service team to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals to students and staff
- Oversee all aspects of daily operations: scheduling, inventory, compliance, and food safety
- Partner with school staff to ensure meals support student health, learning, and well-being
- Ensure compliance with state and federal child nutrition program guidelines (NSLP, SBP, etc.)
- Manage budgets, staffing, vendor relationships, and performance goals
- Foster a positive, student-centered, and inclusive kitchen culture
Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience in food service management (K-12 or institutional preferred)
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of USDA school meal guidelines and food safety regulations
- A hands-on leader who builds strong teams and models accountability
- ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain)
Benefits
- Competitive salary + performance bonus opportunities
- Family-friendly schedule - no nights or weekends
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid holidays, time off, and retirement plans
