School Nutrition Manager

Primary Purpose:

Supervises the preparation and serving of appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintains high standards of control in food production, sanitation, and safety practices. The School Nutrition Manager is responsible for the efficient operation of his/her assigned area. The manager must uphold the policies and standards of the food service department.

Start Date: Otoboer, 2026

Salary Range:

Minimum: $19.40/hour (26-27 salary schedule)

Salary commensurate with related experience.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

High School diploma or GED

Texas Food Handler's Certificate required

Valid Texas Food Manager Certification or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Effective planning and organizational skills

Proficient in multi-tasking

Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and appliances used in food preparation

Knowledgeable in operating efficient, cost effective program

Ability to read and speak English

Ability to direct and manage personnel

Competent skills in basic bookkeeping and mathematics

Demonstrate professional appearance and cleanliness in work habits

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Must be able to work in cold or below zero environment for short periods of time

Must be able to work in a hot and humid environment

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in school food service or other institutional food service program

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Maintain a valid food manager's certificate.
• Responsible for managing food production, storage and serving of appealing, wholesome, and nutritious food at assigned cafeteria through the use of standardized recipes and information listed on the production records and other resource materials provided.
• Responsible for assigning and scheduling work tasks for school nutrition employees.
• Responsible for all financial transactions associated with the serving of meals in the assigned cafeteria.
• Responsible for ordering food and supplies needed for the preparation and serving of meals and proper storage of all supplies.
• Responsible for accurately recording, retaining, and utilizing food production records.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate health requirements in the cafeteria that meet or exceed all federal, state, and national regulations.
• Instruct and train new and existing child nutrition personnel.
• Attends all managers' meetings and other meetings designated by the School Nutrition Director.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the School Nutrition Director.

Supervisory Responsibility

Food service staff at the assigned campus.

Equipment Used:

All kitchen equipment and computer

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Continual walking, standing, pushing and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying (50 lbs.); exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures. Maintain emotional control under stress.