Child Nutrition Manager

LIONEL COLLINS ELEMENTARY; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lionel Collins Elementary in Marrero, LA seeks a Child Nutrition Manager to supervise Cafeteria Managers and Technicians, ensuring compliance with all regulations. The role includes performance evaluations, menu planning assistance, and staff training while coordinating with the Executive Director of Food Services.

The position requires 3+ years in food service management, knowledge of food prep, and certification as Cafeteria Manager by the Louisiana DOE.

Qualifications

• 3+ years progressively increasing experience as a Food Services cafeteria manager.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles.
• Experience with quantity food preparation and equipment operation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with district software and computer use.
• Experience using Food Services software for staff and operations.
• Analytical/problem-solving abilities with data-driven decisions.
• Collaborative management style across diverse staff.
• Professionalism with multitasking and sound judgment.
• Certification as Food Services Cafeteria Manager by LA DOE.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate Cafeteria Managers and Technicians.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Monitor production records, inventory, food cost and HACCP.
• Serve as liaison between school admin and central office.
• Conduct performance evaluations as scheduled by Human Capital Division.
• Assist in menu planning and new product testing.
• Develop training for Food Services staff and maintain labor records.

Skills

Food service management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Technology skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Food services certification

Tools

Food service software

PC literacy

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Description:

The Food Services Area Manager is responsible for the supervision and evaluation of the Food Services Cafeteria Managers and Technicians with the goal of ensuring that Food Services programs and personnel are in compliance with federal, state and local regulations and policy. The position can require extend or on call work hours due to emergencies or extenuating circumstances related to safety or operational routine.

Reports To:

Executive Director of Food Services

Scope of Responsibility

• Monitors all aspects of Food Services programs at the school site level, assuring compliance to all relevant regulations and policies.
• Supervises the cafeteria managers’ activities, providing technical support as needed and monitoring required record keeping including production records, inventory, food cost, HACCP compliance, meal counting/claiming and others as assigned.
• Acts as a liaison between the school administration and central office staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations of Cafeteria Managers based on the schedule established by the Human Capital Division.
• Assists cafeteria managers in the supervision of cafeteria technicians.
• Recommends personnel placement and maintains labor records for each assigned school.
• Analyzes equipment needs and makes recommendations regarding new equipment purchases.
• Conducts an annual comprehensive site review that evaluates the operation of all Food Services programs operated at the site.
• Assists in menu planning and testing and evaluation of applicable products.
• Assists in the development of and training of Food Services employees.
• Responsible to carry and answer system issued phone before, during and after normal work hours due to emergencies or expenting circumstances related to safety or operational routine.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Food Services.

Skills and Qualifications

We seek detail-oriented, independent self-starters who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to raising student achievement and who have a record of high performance in challenging situations. Successful candidates will also demonstrate:

• 3+ years of progressively increasing successful experience as a Food Services cafeteria manager.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles.
• Skill in quantity food preparation, service techniques and operation of food service equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in multiple settings and the ability to be an engaging change agent and culture-creator that can inspire and motivate.
• Competence in using a personal computer including the district’s software programs.
• Competence in using and demonstrating the use of Food Services software to Food Services employees.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to make decisions and recommendations.
• Collaborative management style, with a proven track record of working with diverse individuals at all levels to drive decision-making and results.
• High degree of professionalism, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities, while consistently demonstrating sound judgment and disciplined thinking.
• Certification as Food Services Cafeteria Manager by the Louisiana Department of Education, Division of Nutrition Support, Child Nutrition Programs.

Desirable Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics, Institutional Management, Business Administration, Nutrition or Food Technology.

Physical Involvement

Sitting is required most of each work day. Must be able to operate office equipment. Standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting up to 10 pounds is sometimes required. Ability to provide own transportation to schools, work locations, and meeting sites. Mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations.

Compensation

JPPSS offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. JPPSS also offers a competitive benefits package.

Child Nutrition Manager

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Job Details

Job ID: 5435849
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 11, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• JENENNE COULON , Principal
• LIONEL COLLINS ELEMENTARY
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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