K-12 School Foodservice Operations Leader (AGM)

SFE- Southwest Foodservice Excellence; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options

Health Savings Accounts

Telemedicine and Employee Assistance

Employee discounts and flexible life/;

Job summary

SFE in Buckeye, AZ is seeking an Assistant General Manager to oversee daily operations across K-12 sites, focusing on food quality, safety, and service excellence. You will lead and develop teams, manage schedules, and partner with the General Manager and district stakeholders to meet client expectations.

The role emphasizes cost control, labor management, and adherence to policies, with a career path in hospitality leadership within school nutrition.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of foodservice or hospitality experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in food service management, culinary arts, nutrition, business, or related field preferred.
• Experience with scheduling, labor management (MPLH), inventory, and cost control.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and POS or reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations to ensure consistent execution of food quality, portioning, presentation, and service standards while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Support team leadership and development, including hiring, training, coaching, scheduling, and performance management to drive engagement, retention, and productivity.
• Drive financial performance by managing labor (MPLH), controlling food and supply costs, and ensuring accurate cash handling and adherence to financial policies.
• Ensure compliance and operational excellence by following all company, district, and regulatory requirements related to food safety, sanitation, labor, and workplace standards.
• Partner with the General Manager and district stakeholders to meet client expectations, support site operations as needed, and deliver an outstanding customer experience for students, staff, and families.

Skills

Foodservice experience

Scheduling

Labor management

Inventory management

Cost control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree in food service management or related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

POS or reporting systems

Job description

SFE in Buckeye, AZ is seeking an Assistant General Manager to oversee daily operations across K-12 sites, focusing on food quality, safety, and service excellence. You will lead and develop teams, manage schedules, and partner with the General Manager and district stakeholders to meet client expectations.

The role emphasizes cost control, labor management, and adherence to policies, with a career path in hospitality leadership within school nutrition.