Food Service Manager Trainee (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County; Maryland; On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

School District of Indian River County in Florida is seeking a Food Service Manager Trainee for the 2026-2027 period. The role focuses on developing managerial skills within the school-level food service program, including planning, preparation, and service of meals.

The position requires two years of food service experience, cashiering, and completion of multiple training courses, plus a valid Florida driver’s license and background checks. Pays grade and benefits align with district standards.

Qualifications

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2. Two (2) years experience in food service.
• 3. Experience in quantity cooking, baking and cashiering.
• 4. Completion of at least three (3) food service training courses.
• 5. Valid Florida driver's license.
• 6. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• To develop managerial skills and to assist in the administration of the food service program at the school level.
• Oversee daily operations in Food Service during trainee period.
• Develop and supervise staff to achieve program objectives.

Skills

Food service experience

Cashiering experience

Staff supervision

Nutrition knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register system

Point-of-sale system

Job description

Food Service Manager Trainee (2026-2027) JobID: 10160

Location: Food and Nutrition Services

Description

Knowledge of planning, preparation and service of daily meals. Knowledge of food service equipment. Knowledge of nutrition, health, sanitation and safety regulations. Ability to maintain an up-to-date inventory. Ability to requisition food and non-food supplies. Basic understanding of accounting principles. Ability to use a computer. Knowledge of the cash register system as well as computerized point-of-sale system. Ability to develop and supervise a staff capable of accomplishing the objectives of the program. Ability to conduct nutrition education projects for students. Ability to work at a fast pace and stand for long periods of time.

Job Summary

To develop managerial skills and to assist in the administration of the food service program at the school level.

Qualifications

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2. Two (2) years experience in food service.
• 3. Experience in quantity cooking, baking and cashiering.
• 4. Completion of at least three (3) food service training courses.
• 5. Valid Florida driver's license.
• 6. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Salary Information

Support Personnel. Pay Grade 5. One hundred ninety-two days worked per year (10 months). FLSA Non-Exempt.