Districtwide School Nutrition Leader

Independent School District 196; Minnesota; On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long term disability insurance

Sick leave

State pension plan

Tax-deferred retirement savings

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Independent School District 196 is seeking a Nutrition Services Manager - Elementary to oversee daily kitchen operations for 8 hours a day during the school term. The role includes staff scheduling, food preparation, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with USDA guidelines.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, ServSafe and Minnesota Food Manager certificates, and at least one year in school food service.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma required; associate degree or certification in food and nutrition preferred.
• Certifications: ServSafe Certification and Minnesota Food Manager Certificate (both obtainable within one year of employment).
• Training: Complete Level 2 of the Specialized Training Requirements for the SNA Certification Program within two years of employment or have post secondary education in a related field.
• Physical Ability: Lift up to 40 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in institutional food service (school food service preferred).
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and work effectively within a team.
• Systems: Experience with food service inventory, ordering, receiving, and POS systems (preferred).
• Office: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Diversity: Experience with diverse school community preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily kitchen operations, including staff scheduling and food preparation.
• Ensure standardized recipes are followed and minimize waste.
• Order and receive food and supplies using the management system; maintain inventory levels.
• Uphold safety and sanitation standards per regulations.
• Track production, temperature logs, sales, and data.
• Collaborate with Building Chief and Nutrition Coordinator on equipment and needs.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on preparation, safety, and equipment.
• Oversee meal and a la carte sales, cash handling and deposits.
• Promote healthy eating and engage with students, staff and families.
• Support district nutrition committees and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Food service knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree or certification in food and nutrition

ServSafe Certification

Minnesota Food Manager Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Inventory/Ordering systems

Job description

Independent School District 196 is seeking a Nutrition Services Manager - Elementary to oversee daily kitchen operations for 8 hours a day during the school term. The role includes staff scheduling, food preparation, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with USDA guidelines.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, ServSafe and Minnesota Food Manager certificates, and at least one year in school food service.