Manager in Training, Nutrition Services

Tempe School District No.3

Tempe (AZ)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Tempe School District No.3 in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Manager in Training for Nutrition Services. The role supports supervising meal prep, distribution and cash handling, with opportunities to step in for the manager when needed. Immediate starting date and 190-slate work year.

The position requires Serve Safe Certification, a high school diploma or GED, a valid AZ driver’s license and IVP fingerprint clearance. You will work within Nutrition Services and report to the Nutrition Services Manager.

Qualifications

Education/experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED.
1 year high-volume food service experience preferred.
Serve Safe Food Manager Certification required.
Valid Arizona Driver’s License required.
State of Arizona Identity Verified (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

Responsibilities

Oversee kitchen operations in manager's absence.
Assist in managing staff duties and schedules.
Complete and interpret end of day reports.
Prepare hot and cold food for serving students and staff.
Count money at shift end and verify cashier accounts.

Skills

Serve Safe Certification

Driver's License

IVP Fingerprint Card

Cash Handling

Food Service Operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year high-volume food service experience

Job description

Manager in Training, Nutrition Services

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Job Details

Job ID: 5961610
Application Deadline: Dec 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 13, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE:NS Manager in Training

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assist in overseeing and participating in the planning, preparation and distribution of food. Act in place of manager when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year high volume food service or related experience (Preferred)
Serve Safe Food Manager Certification (Required)
Valid Arizona Driver’s License (Required)
State of Arizona Identity Verified (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee all kitchen operations in manager's absence.
Assist in managing staff duties and schedules.
Responsible for understanding and completing daily production records.
Complete and interpret end of day reports.
Adjust and print shipping lists for site distribution.
Consolidate and place orders.
Prepare hot and cold food for serving students and staff.
Ensure proper food handling techniques and temperature controls are used.
Arrange food carts and other items for shipment to satellite schools and ensure accurate quantity and high quality of food that is served.
Serve as cashier, tabulate/record totals, and make deposits.
Count money at shift end and verify other cashier’s accounts as required.
Assist and participate in sanitizing and cleaning all areas.
Operate a district delivery vehicle.
Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

Knowledge of USDA requirements for meal patterns
Knowledge of appropriate food handling methods and techniques
Knowledge of district food service policies and procedures
Knowledge of food service operations including sanitation standards and food preparation
Knowledge of food service equipment
Knowledge of cash handling and basic accounting
Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Skill supervising and leading the work of others
Ability to effectively communicate
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
Skill utilizing cash register