Cafeteria Nutrition Services Lead – Manager Trainee

Usd259; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

USD 259 in Wichita, KS is seeking a Nutrition Services Manager Trainee (Manager 2) to help develop and coordinate a site cafeteria in a secondary school. You will oversee meal service, staff scheduling, payroll, inventory, and compliance with KSDE and USDA guidelines.

The role requires strong math, computer, and communication skills, plus the ability to train staff and maintain confidential records. It involves coordinating with Nutrition Services and school leadership on daily operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in food service.
• Manager trainee or commercial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates the Child Nutrition Program within guidelines for Nutrition Services.
• Observe and coordinate meal service to provide nutritious meals and safeguard health.
• Ensure activities conform to standards and maintain inventory and records.
• Plan daily menu production and maintain on-site inventory for meals.
• Maintain payroll, timecards, deposits, and monthly meal accountability reports.
• Train staff on equipment use and sanitation, and ensure HACCP compliance.

Skills

Money handling

Basic math

Computer skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

SMART boards

iPads

Job description

USD 259 in Wichita, KS is seeking a Nutrition Services Manager Trainee (Manager 2) to help develop and coordinate a site cafeteria in a secondary school. You will oversee meal service, staff scheduling, payroll, inventory, and compliance with KSDE and USDA guidelines.

The role requires strong math, computer, and communication skills, plus the ability to train staff and maintain confidential records. It involves coordinating with Nutrition Services and school leadership on daily operations.