Manager 4 Nutrition Services (2026-2027 School Year)

This position reports directly to the building Principal and the Supervisor of Secondary Nutrition Services Programs, overseeing the development and coordination of a site cafeteria in a secondary school.

Responsibilities

• Operates the Child Nutrition Program (CNP) within established guidelines to provide a cost-effective program of high integrity.
• Observes and coordinates meal service activities to provide nutritious meals and safeguard the health of students, staff, and visitors.
• Ensures all activities conform to school, Nutrition Services, community, and KSDE standards.
• Makes recommendations for staffing and schedules employees' daily job functions for meal service.
• Trains new employees and uses professional discretion while observing confidentiality procedures.
• Uses good communication and management skills in working with team members and students.
• Maintains accurate payroll and timecard information for each employee at the site.
• Ensures food safety during preparation and follows the Nutrition Services HACCP plan.
• Follows Standard Operating Procedures for cleaning and sanitation of the kitchen and serving area.
• Demonstrates knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and trains employees on safe and correct use.
• Maintains on-site items needed for daily meals and ala carte sales.
• Orders food and supply items from vendors, warehouse, and Food Production Center.
• Verifies received quantities of groceries and supplies.
• Plans daily menu production based on centralized menus and maintains inventory for on-site production.
• Conducts monthly inventory of food and supply items.
• Maintains customer accounts (free, reduced price, and full paid), ensuring accurate charges and balances.
• Checks for and restricts customer negative balances.
• Keeps accurate and timely records for Nutrition Services and KSDE.
• Maintains daily point of service sales and provides reports for the KSDE Claim for Reimbursement.
• Maintains cash reserve and prepares accurate daily deposits.
• Prepares monthly meal accountability reports, including ala carte sales and money collected.
• Reviews Edit Check reports daily and includes them in monthly reports.
• Prepares meals in accordance with USDA guidelines and follows menus.
• Maintains Daily Production Records.
• Communicates with the Nutrition Services Office regarding daily production, health inspections, and maintenance issues.
• Supports the philosophy and mission of Nutrition Services.
• Establishes and develops a Nutrition Advisory Council if appropriate for the site.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years of experience in food service.
• Manager trainee or commercial experience is preferred.
• Ability to count money, make change, and pass a basic math quiz.
• Basic computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheet proficiency.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and directions as provided by Nutrition Services.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow CNP regulations.
• Professionalism and confidentiality in managing staff and administering the program.
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance.
• Knowledge of the company's mission, purpose, goals, and the role of every employee in achieving them.

Skills

• Good communication and management skills.
• Ability to handle diverse populations with tact and diplomacy.
• Customer service-oriented with a positive attitude.
• Ability to interact professionally with internal and external customers.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Lifting of 10 lbs.
• Carrying up to 25 feet of 10 lbs.
• Bending and twisting at the waist.
• Rotation of head/neck, flexion (head bent down and back).
• Repetitive handling/grasping and fine finger manipulation.
• Standing and walking on kitchen floor.
• Reaching at all levels.

Equipment

• SMART boards and iPads.
• Basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machines.

Limited travel may be required. This position is non-exempt under FLSA.