Child Nutrition Assistant Manager - ES, MS

Sycamore Springs Middle School; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Dripping Springs ISD Sycamore Springs Middle School in Austin, TX, is seeking a Child Nutrition Assistant Manager to support the Child Nutrition Manager in daily operations. The role focuses on food production, serving meals, inventory control, and safety compliance within a 183-day calendar campus program.

The position requires supervisory experience in food service, basic math skills, and strong organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of personal computer for cashiering preferred.
• Understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions.
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Knowledge of food handler safety.
• Ability to manage personnel.
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Two years of food service experience with supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, department policies, and procedures; promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies; maintain a clean, organized storage area.
• Assist in catering special events when required.
• Operate tools and equipment according to safety standards to meet high cleanliness and safety levels.
• Keep garbage containers neat and sanitary; report unsafe conditions.
• Handle cashier functions and maintain records; assist in inventory and ordering.
• Promote teamwork and positive interaction with staff; complete continuing education; follow safety protocols.

Skills

Cashier software

Food safety instructions

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Basic math

Food handler safety

Personnel management

Organizational & interpersonal skills

Supervisory experience (2 years)

Tools

Cashier system

Job description

Child Nutrition Assistant Manager - ES, MS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5963606

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Child Nutrition Assist Manager – ES, MS

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Child Nutrition Manager

Pay Grade: Child Nutrition 2

Dept./School: Child Nutrition / Assigned Campus

Calendar: 183 Days

Date Revised: 05/01/2025

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Assist the manager in all areas of food service operations including ordering and control of inventory, maintaining security and accountability of funds, and ensuring production standards are met. Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of personal computer for cashiering preferred
• Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
• Ability to perform basic math
• Knowledge of food handler safety
• Ability to manage personnel
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Two years of food service work experience with supervisory experience preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Food Preparation and Serving

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies and maintain a clean and organized storage area.
• Assist in catering special events when required.

Safety and Sanitation

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Assist the manager in ensuring that appropriate quantities of food and supplies are available through daily orders and periodic inventories.
• Assist the manager in conducting annual physical inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Promote teamwork and positive interaction with fellow staff members.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the manager in issuing work assignments to campus child nutrition specialists.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart.

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $19.43 to $26.83 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tanya Olvera , Supervisor
• DSISD Child Nutrition
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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