Nutrition Manager 1- Rover Elementary

Rover Elementary; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Rover Elementary in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Nutrition Manager 1 to lead the cafeteria operations for students and staff.

You will ensure a sanitary, safe, and high-quality food service program, supervise staff, and adhere to county, state, and federal guidelines. The role requires coordination with school administration and accurate documentation of meals and inventory.

Starting immediately with a schedule supporting 209 student contact days and a strong focus on customer service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three years high volume food service experience preferred.
• Must hold a Food Service Manager’s License.
• Must have IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food service staff to maintain quality control of food production, waste management, and proper storage of food items.
• Train staff and follow all standard operating procedures related to food preparation, sanitation, and the safe and proper use of tools and equipment.
• Prepare and complete documentation of orders, inventory, menus, production records, and various reports as needed.
• Prepare meals according to menus and recipes; implement all federal, state, and district requirements for all meal programs.
• Order, receive and verify food and supplies; manage inventory appropriately.
• Evaluate assigned staff; document and recommend disciplinary actions as appropriate.
• Assist staff in food production and meal accounting.
• Communicate daily with department staff and school administration.

Skills

Supervision

Food service

Sanitation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Service Manager’s License

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Cafe Manager- Rover Elementary

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This job is also posted in Tempe Elementary Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5939077
Application Deadline: Nov 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 24, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Nutrition Manager 1

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Manage a cafeteria providing food service for students and staff. Maintain a sanitary, safe and high quality food service program using County, State and Federal guidelines. Supervise assigned staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED
• Three (3) years high volume food service experience (preferred)
• Food Service Manager’s License (Required)
• State of Arizona Identity Verified (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (Required)

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 food service staff to maintain quality control of food production, waste management, and proper storage of food items.
• Train staff and follow all standard operating procedures related to food preparation, sanitation, and the safe and proper use of tools and equipment.
• Prepare and complete documentation of orders, inventory, menus, production records, and various reports as needed.
• Prepare meals according to menus and recipes; implement s all federal, state, and district requirements for all meal programs.
• Order, receive and verify food and supplies from warehouse, central kitchen, and vendors; manage inventory appropriately.
• Evaluate assigned staff; document and recommend disciplinary actions as appropriate.
• Assist staff in food production, food service, and meal accounting.
• Create and assign daily task lists for staff.
• Oversee and manage staff’s time related to specified work hours.
• Oversee and follow all cash handling, accounting, and deposit protocols.
• Communicate daily with various department positions using email and phones.
• Communicate frequently with school administration and support staff involved in meal service.
• Provide quality customer service to students, parents and school staff.
• Attend required department meetings and training.
• Attend school meetings as requested by the site administrator.
• Facilitate onsite staff meetings to provide training and department updates.
• Implement new policies and procedures as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision
• Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of the food service industry
• Knowledge of sanitation and food quality standards
• Knowledge of proper food handling techniques
• Knowledge of computer applications including Google Chrome Applications, Websmartt, Kronos Timeclock, and others as needed
• Knowledge of district policies and procedures affecting assigned work
• Knowledge of USDA program requirements
• Skill preparing food in large quantities
• Skill controlling food production and waste
• Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Skill communicating verbally, in writing, and through computer applications

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed around dangerous machinery

Exposure to infectious disease

May be exposed to hazardous chemicals

May be exposed to outside working conditions

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Position may require repetitive bending, stooping, standing, climbing and walking

Pushing and pulling equipment and food items

Required to lift up to 45 lbs., frequently

Please note that the closing date for this posting may be changed at any time without prior notice.

WORK YEAR: 209 Days

DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Elementary and Middle Schools

REPORTS TO: Program Manager, Supervisor or Director of Nutrition Services

EVALUATION: Classified Personnel Evaluation

SUPERVISES: Assigned cafeteria staff

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $23 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 3205 S Rural Road
• Tempe, Arizona 85282
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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