Food Service Supervisor

State Street Academy; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) company match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

State Street Academy, a K-11 charter school in Bay City, Michigan, is seeking a Food Service Supervisor to oversee the daily operation of the school’s food service program. You will supervise kitchen staff, manage preparation and inventory, and ensure meals meet federal, state, and local regulations.

Responsibilities include menu development, staff training, budget management, and collaboration with school leadership on wellness initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Previous institutional food service experience required.
• Previous supervisory/management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of USDA School Nutrition Program requirements, food safety, and sanitation.
• ServSafe Certification preferred or obtainable within timeframe.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of the school's food service program.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate staff.
• Develop menus meeting nutritional standards.
• Maintain inventory and manage purchasing, food costs, and waste.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.
• Monitor meal quality, portion control, and presentation.
• Maintain records for meal counts, inventory, and production.
• Manage the food service budget and cost control initiatives.
• Collaborate with school leadership on events and nutrition initiatives.
• Foster a positive cafeteria environment and effective communication.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, Hospitality, Nutrition, or related field

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

State Street Academy is hiring a Food Service Supervisor to join the team. Must have experience in school food service.

State Street Academy is a K-11 charter school located in Bay City, Michigan. Our mission is to encourage students to do their personal best by offering education in a safe and caring environment. The curriculum prepares students to solve problems both individually and collaboratively, using critical thinking skills and cultivated through comparative, inter-displinary study.

The Food Service Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the school's food service program, ensuring students receive safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. This position supervises kitchen staff, manages food preparation and inventory, and promotes a clean, efficient, and customer-focused dining environment. The Food Service Manager collaborates with school leadership to support student wellness and the overall mission of the school.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties:

• Plan, prepare, and oversee the daily production and service of nutritious meals in accordance with USDA, state, and local guidelines.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate food service staff to ensure efficient kitchen operations and high-quality customer service.
• Develop menus that meet nutritional standards while considering student preferences and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain inventory of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment; order products as needed while managing food costs and minimizing waste.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations, including proper food handling and storage procedures.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and meal presentation.
• Maintain accurate records related to meal counts, inventory, purchasing, production, and food safety.
• Manage the food service budget and assist with cost control initiatives.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, ensuring equipment is clean and functioning properly.
• Collaborate with school administration regarding special events, catering requests, and nutrition initiatives.
• Promote a positive, welcoming cafeteria environment for students and staff.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, vendors, school staff, and administration.
• Participate in professional development and required food service training.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and reach throughout the workday.
• Frequently lift and carry food products and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely.
• Work in environments with heat, steam, refrigeration, and varying temperatures.
• Withstand moderate to high noise levels in a commercial kitchen.
• Maintain manual dexterity required for food preparation and equipment operation.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, Hospitality, Nutrition, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in institutional food service, school nutrition, restaurant management, or commercial kitchen operations required.
• Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of USDA School Nutrition Program requirements, food safety regulations, and sanitation standards.
• Current ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage inventory and purchasing.
• Ability to meet all applicable state, district, and school employment requirements, including successful completion of required background checks.

Company Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans
• 4% 401(k) company match
• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer
• Voluntary Plans Available

For more information on State Street Academy, please visit our website at https://www.statestreetacademy.org/

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