Food Services Manager

State-of-Georgi; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Education seeks a Food Services Manager to lead a school cafeteria operation. You will supervise staff, coordinate meal preparation, and ensure compliance with nutrition and safety standards.

Requirements include an associate degree in related field and relevant Georgia certifications; experience with K-12 nutrition software is preferred. Strong leadership and reporting skills are essential for timely deliveries and audits.

Qualifications

• Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate food service staff.
• Plan and coordinate meal preparation and service per approved menus.
• Ensure meals meet nutritional, dietary, and portion requirements.
• Maintain compliance with USDA, state and local health dept. requirements.

Responsibilities

• Direct the activities of cafeteria workers and ensure safe, sanitary service.
• Maintain inventory, procurement, and records for production and reporting.
• Collaborate with school administration, staff, students, vendors, and departments.
• Report supply needs and equipment maintenance to administration.

Skills

Supervision

Training

Meal preparation

Inventory management

Food safety

USDA compliance

School nutrition software

Education

Associate degree in Dietetics/Food and Nutrition/Institutional Food Service

Food Services certification (Georgia Training-in-Depth 1–4)

Tools

Mosaic

NutriKids

PrimeroEdge

SchoolCafé

LINQ/TITAN

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Food Services ManagerAgency:Department of EducationJob Requisition ID:JR0000004270Shift:Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCEJob Description:Job SummaryUnder general supervision, manages a school food service operation in an organized and efficient manner. Duties include, but are not limited to: directing the activities of cafeteria workers while also meeting state and division requirements; attending in-service trainings and workshops; supervising food service operations to ensure that food is served in a safe and sanitary environment; completing and submitting accurately all required daily, weekly and monthly food service reports according to established deadlines; directing the preparation of food according to standardized recipes and established food preparation procedures; assessing the appropriate quantity of food to order, prepare and serve according to projected meal counts; receiving and verifying all deliveries and addressing unsatisfactory products or services; preparing invoices for payment in a timely manner according to established procedures; securing substitute personnel when needed to ensure that food is served appropriately; providing regular updates and all supporting information to the school administrator according to established procedures; evaluating the performance of other food service staff; providing instruction, direction and coaching when needed for other food service workers; reporting supply needs in a timely fashion; and reporting any essential repairs for equipment.Note: Georgia Department of Education Training-in-Depth core courses (1–4) Food Services certification must be obtained within four years of employment.Job Responsibilities· Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate food service staff.· Plan and coordinate meal preparation and service according to approved menus.· Ensure meals meet nutritional, dietary, and portion requirements.· Maintain compliance with USDA, state, local health department, and school food service requirements.· Monitor food preparation, storage, temperatures, sanitation, and cleanliness.· Maintain appropriate inventory levels and assist with ordering food, supplies, and equipment.· Maintain accurate records, reports, production records, and other required documentation.· Ensure proper operation, cleaning, and maintenance of kitchen equipment.· Work closely with school administration, staff, students, vendors, and other departments.· Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.Preferred Qualifications· Associate degree in Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, Institutional Food Service, or closely related area· Georgia Department of Education Training-in-Depth core courses (1–4) Food Services certification· Experience using school nutrition management software such as Mosaic, NutriKids, PrimeroEdge, SchoolCafé, LINQ/TITAN, or other comparable K‑12 school nutrition systems· Prior school nutrition program experience in a K‑12 setting, including menu planning, inventory management, production records, meal accountability, and/or compliance documentation.· Working knowledge of USDA School Nutrition Program requirements, including National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP) regulations, meal pattern compliance, production records, and administrative review readinessConsideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews.It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices. The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. The GaDOE utilizes the program to verify employment eligibility of individuals hired on or after July 1, 2007.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of supervisory experience in a food service operation at the level of a shift supervisor; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Food Svc Spec 3 (FFT012) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.