Nutrition Services Department Manager

Applitrack; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Cruces Public Schools is seeking a Nutrition Services Manager to lead the district’s food program. This role requires a high school diploma, at least four years in school food service (two in management), and strong computer skills. Certification as ServSafe Manager within 30 days is required or preferred at hire.

Bilingual abilities are a plus. The position is with the Las Cruces Public Schools Nutrition Services Department, reporting to the district’s Human Resources team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four years of experience in school food service, including two years in management.
• Must be highly knowledgeable using computers.
• Must obtain ServSafe Manager Certification within 30 days of employment; certification upon hire is preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Verifiable work and character references.

Skills

Computer skills

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Las Cruces Public Schools

Nutrition Services Department Manager (3175) JobID: 15281

• Date Posted: 10/2/2026
• Closing Date: 10/11/2026

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Four years of experience in school food service and food preparation, including two years of management experience.
• Must be highly knowledgeable and comfortable using computers.
• Must obtain ServSafe Manager Certification within 30 days of employment; certification upon hire is preferred.
• Bilingual Preferred
• Verifiable work and character references

To be considered an eligible applicant your AppliTrack application must contain the following uploaded documents:

• A Letter of Interest
• A Current Resume
• Proof of high school diploma or GED

Lateral Transfers

• Lateral Transfer Application
• A Current Resume (optional)
• Optional documents

Salary schedule information can be found at: https://www.lcps.net/documents/departments/human-resources/salary-schedules/239733

Las Cruces Public Schools

505 South Main, Suite 249

Las Cruces, NM 88001

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An FBI fingerprint background checkwill be conducted on all new hires of the Las Cruces Public Schools at a cost to the employee. Continued employment will be contingent upon the results of the background check.

Las Cruces Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Las Cruces Public Schools has a No Smoking/No Tobacco Policy

Postings current as of 10/6/2026 9:08:13 PM CST.

Employees wishing to apply for a lateral transfer will use the log in link below to submit your transfer request, all other employees must log in as an Applicant to apply for positions in another job class or a promotion.

Certified Staff

• District Transfer requests will be made on a form provided by the District, which is available in the Human Resources Department or LCPS website. The request will indicate the position to which the certified employee desires to be assigned and the school desired. Certified employees must submit a separate transfer request for each position once the position is posted. All certified employees requesting transfers to a position for which they are qualified may request an interview with the immediate supervisor and will be granted an interview for the posted position. Administrative initiated transfers will be assigned first. All transfers must be approved by the Chief of Human Resources/Designee. (NEA-LC Collective Bargaining Agreement, Article Seven, Assignments and Transfers)

Classified Staff

• All transfers of existing staff will be made to facilitate the best educational program for students of the District and the total District programs and needs, with a rational basis in fact, taking into consideration qualifications and seniority. Classified staff seeking lateral transfers to another work location with the same job classification and at the same range may request a voluntary transfer for a position that has been posted. All classified employees must be in their position for no less than 1 year to be eligible for a voluntary transfer. (CSEC-LC Bargaining Agreement, Article Six, Assignments/Transfers/Promotions)

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