General Manager - Shelton School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid holidays, time off and retirement

Job summary

Whitsons Culinary Group in Shelton, CT is seeking a Food Service General Manager to lead our school nutrition program. You’ll guide a motivated team, ensure quality meals, and drive operational excellence in a mission-driven kitchen.

This role emphasizes compliance with NSLP/SBP, managing budgets and staff, and building a positive, inclusive kitchen culture. A ServSafe certification is preferred and 3–5 years of school nutrition leadership is ideal.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in food service operations management.
• 3-5 years of general management with full P&L responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the food service team to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals to students and staff
• Oversee daily operations: scheduling, inventory, compliance, and food safety
• Partner with school staff to support student health, learning, and well-being
• Ensure compliance with state and federal child nutrition program guidelines (NSLP, SBP, etc.)
• Manage budgets, staffing, vendor relationships, and performance goals
• Foster a positive, student-centered, and inclusive kitchen culture

Skills

Operations management

P&L management

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree + school nutrition director certificate

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years nutrition program experience

Associate’s degree + 2 years nutrition program experience

Job description

Requisition Number

17763

Job Description

Food Service General Manager – Lead with Purpose in School Nutrition!
School Dining Leadership

Are you a food service leader who’s passionate about people, operations, and purpose? Join our school nutrition team as a Food Service General Manager and take the lead in a mission-driven kitchen that fuels young minds and futures.

What You’ll Do:

• Inspire and lead the food service team to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals to students and staff
• Oversee all aspects of daily operations: scheduling, inventory, compliance, and food safety
• Partner with school staff to ensure meals support student health, learning, and well-being
• Ensure compliance with state and federal child nutrition program guidelines (NSLP, SBP, etc.)
• Manage budgets, staffing, vendor relationships, and performance goals
• Foster a positive, student-centered, and inclusive kitchen culture
• 3–5 years of experience in food service management (K–12 or institutional preferred)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of USDA school meal guidelines and food safety regulations
• A hands-on leader who builds strong teams and models accountability
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain)

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + performance bonus opportunities
• Family-friendly schedule – no nights or weekends
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays, time off, and retirement plans
• A chance to shape a food program that supports learning, growth, and equity

About Us:

At Whitsons, we believe that every school meal is an opportunity to fuel success. As our General Manager, you’ll lead a team dedicated to serving nutritious, student-approved meals with care, efficiency, and pride. Your leadership will help create a kitchen that’s more than a workplace—it’s a hub of health, learning, and community.

$1,890/week

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR
• Bachelor’s degree in any field plus a state-recognized school nutrition director certificate OR
• Bachelor’s degree in any field plus at least 2 years of relevant school nutrition program experience OR
• Associate’s degree in a related field plus at least 2 years of relevant school nutrition program experience

Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in food service operations management
• Minimum 3-5 years of general management experience with full P&L responsibility