Child Nutrition Manager Trainee

Amarillo ISD; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo ISD seeks a food service supervisor to positively influence the operation of a busy school nutrition program. You will supervise staff, plan menus, and ensure meals meet federal and state guidelines while maintaining cost controls.

The role requires strong teamwork, knowledge of food service equipment, and the ability to follow procedures and safety standards. Applicants should demonstrate reliable attendance and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; preferred.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent and City of Amarillo Food Manager Certification to be obtained within a set period
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with school personnel, subordinates, students, parents and community groups
• Must be able to work as a team member
• Knowledge and use of commercial food service equipment
• Follow written and/or oral directions and to exercise good judgment
• Read ingredient and chemical labels, warnings, recipes, and product information
• Completion of courses pertaining to quantity food preparation, food service management, nutrition, sanitation, and supervision is preferred
• Basic math skills and be able to correctly measure recipe ingredients
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new applications
• Accurate typing and ten-key skills, familiarity with computer applications such as spreadsheets and word processing
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Participates in the preparation, cooking, and service of food for students and adults.
• Plans menus, assuring standardized recipes and approved price schedules and portion controls are followed.
• Supervise the food service staff by preparing work schedules, assigning and directing work, training, enforcing production standards, evaluating performance and recommending disciplinary action.
• Order appropriate quantities of food and supplies and assure proper storage and authorized use of same.
• Check goods received against requisitions and invoices and contact food service office to correct errors.
• Take periodic inventories of food and supplies.
• Follow approved housekeeping and safety practices to ensure sanitary and safe conditions in kitchen and dining areas.
• Maintain food quality standards, including appearance and taste.
• Ensure meals meet USDA and state meal requirements and protect the anonymity of students qualifying for free/reduced meals.
• Follow cost control procedures to stay within budget and prevent wastage.

Job description

JOB FAIRS WILL BE ON THE FOLLOWING DATES AND TIMES AT WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS PANHANDLE, 3120 EDDY ST., AMARILLO, TX.:
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> - Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 10 AM - 2 PM
> - Thursday, July 16, 2026 from 10 AM - 2 PM
> - Thursday, July 23, 2026 from 10 AM - 2 PM
> - Thursday, July 30, 2026 from 10 AM - 2 PM

Primary Purpose

Positively impact the efficient operation of routines and practices associated with a busy food service operation.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED - preferred
ServSafe Manager Certification or recognized equivalent and City of Amarillo Food Manager Certification, both to be obtained within an allotted period of time

Special Knowledge And Skills

Ability to communicate and work effectively with school personnel, subordinates, students, parents and community groups
Must be able to work as a team member
Knowledge and use of commercial food service equipment
Follow written and/or oral directions and to exercise good judgment
Read and understand ingredient and chemical labels, warnings, recipes, and product information
Completion of courses pertaining to quantity food preparation, food service management, nutrition, sanitation, and supervision is preferred
Basic math skills and be able to correctly measure recipe ingredients
Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new applications
Accurate typing and ten-key skills, familiarity with computer applications such as spreadsheets and word processing
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Work Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used: Commercial food mixers; slicers; ranges; ovens; other gas, steam and electrical food preparation equipment; food preparation and service utensils; and point-of-sale computers and cash registers, computer/keyboard, ten key; sanitary gloves, protective gloves, non-skid shoes, safety glasses, hot pads, arm protectors, nuisance masks, aprons, hair nets
Posture: Sitting, standing, kneeling, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; prolonged standing
Motion: Full range of motion; walking; transporting objects, food and equipment; repetitive motions
Lifting: Frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds; occasional exertion of a heavy force of up to 50 pounds and/or frequent exertion of a medium force of 21 to 40 pound
Environment: Ability to respond to tasks and/or behaviors quickly; acute or corrected vision and hearing; exposure to cold up to 15 minutes; exposure to heat long periods of time; high volume of noise; exposure to chemical fumes and cooking odors and vapors
Mental: Maintain professional demeanor under stress; respond to tasks quickly; work initiative
Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience And Requirements

One year experience in supervision of food service employees, menu planning, food ordering, food service record keeping, and in preparing and serving varied and balanced menus
Pre-employment physical examination is required at applicant's expense

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Participates in the preparation, cooking, and service of food for students and adults.
• Plans menus, assuring that standardized recipes and approved price schedules and portion controls are followed.
• Learn to: Supervise the food service staff by preparing work schedules, assigning and directing work, training, enforcing work production standards, evaluating work performance and recommending disciplinary action.
• Order appropriate quantities of food and supplies and assure proper storage and authorized use of same.
• Check goods received against requisitions and invoices and contact food service office to correct any errors.
• Take periodic inventories of food and supplies.
• Make or assist in making bank deposits of money received.
• Follow approved housekeeping and safety practices to ensure that sanitary and safe conditions are maintained in the kitchen, food serving areas, storage areas and in dining areas.
• Prepare, forward and maintain files of records and reports required by the food service department.
• Maintain food quality standards, including appearance and taste.
• Assure that meals meet the meal requirements specified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the state.
• Follow prescribed procedures to protect the anonymity of students who qualify for free and reduced-price meals.
• Utilize cost control procedures to avoid unwarranted food service operating costs and to stay within budgeted funds.
• Implement security measures to prevent vandalism and theft.
• Assist in disseminating information concerning school food service programs to community groups, parents, students and district personnel.
• Ability to conduct meal production planning and scheduling, modern methods of quantity food preparation and food merchandising.
• Follow nutritional and operational requirements of the National School Lunch and Breakfast programs and related federal and state regulations, including the evaluation of applications for free and reduced-price meals for needy students.
• Be able to travel to various district facilities.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, appearance, and grooming; and cleanliness of work habits.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner so that yo