School Nutrition Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Ensures the efficient operation of the school cafeteria, including supervising staff, ordering foods and supplies, and overseeing food planning, preparation, and service.
• Supervises point-of-sale terminal operation and financial reporting, performing related work as required.
• May provide food services for one or more satellite sites, operate a cluster of schools, or manage a high‑volume location.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable District and Board policies, procedures, and State and Federal regulations.
• Establishes staff standards, selects, trains, assigns, and motivates employees to meet targets and goals.
• Facilitates professional development, serving as coach and mentor.
• Counsels and disciplines employees as needed.
• Manages daily food service activities and operations, including preparation and service of student and staff meals.
• Submits required reports and maintains records.
• Instructs employees in regulations and procedures and conducts continuous on‑the‑job training for food service personnel.
• Manages food preparation within an established production system, following standardized recipes, preparation and service methods, food‑handling techniques, and equipment use and care guidelines.
• Performs duties of subordinates during staff shortages or special events.
• Attends training, meetings, and workshops to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least two (2) years of experience in institutional food service, including experience in food service supervision.
• Must obtain ServSafe certification or complete the Tennessee Department of Education – Food Safety and Schools Certificate Program within one year of hire.
• Upon successful completion of one year with ServSafe certification, promotion from trainee to Supervisor, School Nutrition.
• Proof of education, training, and/or experience is required.