7211 Food Service Manager II - SMS

South Middle School; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

South Middle School in Henderson, KY is seeking a Food Service Manager II to oversee daily operations at the SMS site. The role requires ensuring nutrition, sanitation, safety, and record-keeping in line with district and state laws.

The position includes menu planning within a fixed budget, staff training, and supervision, with a 7.5-hour day across 185 days per year. Previous school food service and ServSafe certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or demonstrated progress toward GED.
• Three years of experience in food service operations.
• Must complete training for certification of beginning school food service personnel (702 KAR 6:045).
• Must complete physical, TB risk assessment, drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day food service operations at an assigned school site.
• Schedule, supervise and evaluate staff.
• Ensure compliance with district, state and federal nutrition, sanitation and safety regulations.
• Plan nutritious, well-balanced menus within a fixed budget.

Skills

Meal planning

Budget control

Recordkeeping

Staff supervision

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION: Manage and coordinate the day-to-day food service operations of an assigned school site; assure compliance with District, State and federal requirements and laws regarding nutrition, sanitation, safety and record-keeping; select, assign, schedule, supervise, direct and evaluate assigned food service personnel.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Meal production planning and scheduling.
• Applicable District, federal and State laws, rules and regulations related to food service.
• Quantity food preparation and food merchandising.
• Nutrition, sanitation and operation regulations and requirements.
• Use and care of institutional equipment and utensils.
• Procedures used in ordering, receiving, storing and inventorying food and supplies.
• Health and safety rules and regulations pertaining to food establishments, including sanitation and maintenance regulations.
• Budget preparation and control.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Oral and written communications skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Inventory methods and practices.

ABILITY TO:

• Manage and coordinate the day-to-day food service operation at an assigned school site.
• Assure compliance with District, State and federal requirements.
• Plan well-balanced, nutritional and appetizing menus within a fixed budget.
• Train others in the preparation and serving of food in large quantities.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Schedule, supervise and evaluate staff.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Operate a computer terminal as required.
• Plan and organize work.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work independently with little direction.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and three years experience in food service operations.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must complete training course for certification of beginning school food service personnel as prescribed in 702 KAR 6:045. Must complete, physical, TB risk assessment, CAN check drug screen & criminal background check. This position works 7.5 hrs per day, 185 days per year.

**Previous school food service and ServSafe certification preferred**

7211 Food Service Manager II - SMS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5959388
Application Deadline: Oct 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION: Manage and coordinate the day-to-day food service operations of an assigned school site; assure compliance with District, State and federal requirements and laws regarding nutrition, sanitation, safety and record-keeping; select, assign, schedule, supervise, direct and evaluate assigned food service personnel.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Meal production planning and scheduling.
• Applicable District, federal and State laws, rules and regulations related to food service.
• Quantity food preparation and food merchandising.
• Nutrition, sanitation and operation regulations and requirements.
• Use and care of institutional equipment and utensils.
• Procedures used in ordering, receiving, storing and inventorying food and supplies.
• Health and safety rules and regulations pertaining to food establishments, including sanitation and maintenance regulations.
• Budget preparation and control.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Oral and written communications skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Inventory methods and practices.

ABILITY TO:

• Manage and coordinate the day-to-day food service operation at an assigned school site.
• Assure compliance with District, State and federal requirements.
• Plan well-balanced, nutritional and appetizing menus within a fixed budget.
• Train others in the preparation and serving of food in large quantities.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Schedule, supervise and evaluate staff.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Operate a computer terminal as required.
• Plan and organize work.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work independently with little direction.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and three years experience in food service operations.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must complete training course for certification of beginning school food service personnel as prescribed in 702 KAR 6:045. Must complete, physical, TB risk assessment, CAN check drug screen & criminal background check. This position works 7.5 hrs per day, 185 days per year.

**Previous school food service and ServSafe certification preferred**

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $18.30 to $25.07 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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