Nutritional Services - Floating Kitchen Manager (0.875 FTE)

Nutrition Services; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Public School District is seeking a Floating Kitchen Manager (0.875 FTE) to oversee daily operation of school kitchens at multiple locations. The role requires 3+ years in school food service and managerial experience, with ServSafe certification preferred.

The position involves supervising staff, scheduling, inventory control, and ensuring food safety and quality. Compensation is hourly with a schedule of 35–40 hours per week and location flexibility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; 3+ years in school food service or related area.
• 3+ years of Nutrition Services managerial experience.
• Must pass ServSafe exam and become certified.
• Able to follow recipes and maintain hygiene.
• Able to learn computerized cashiering and department software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and evaluate Nutrition Services staff.
• Create work schedules to maintain efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Order, receive deliveries, store and prepare food supplies.
• Control quantity and quality of food prepared.
• Maintain safe, sanitary kitchen conditions and equipment use.
• Report unsafe procedures to kitchen supervisor.
• Maintain inventory and food usage records.
• Act as liaison among Nutrition Services, students, faculty and parents/guardians.
• Attend scheduled managers’ meetings.

Skills

Supervise staff

ServSafe

Customer service

Budgeting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register systems

Department software

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Nutritional Services - Floating Kitchen Manager (0.875 FTE)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5850187
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION PROPERTIES

Position Title

Nutrition Services – floating kitchen manager (0.875 FTE)

Schedule / Grade

NTSV/ 2

Job Code

01NTNSV796

FLSA

Non-exempt

Calendar

Nutrition Services

Benefits

Eligible(Retirees not benefit eligible)

Contract Type

Notification

Bargaining Unit

None

Revised Date

03/17/2015

PURPOSE

This position is responsible for the daily operation oftheschool kitchen at a specified location which is yet to be determined.Shift Type: Full-Time typical 35-40 hours per week. Various locations are available.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Supervise, train, and evaluate employees
• Create a work schedule to maintain efficiency and cost effectiveness
• Order, accept deliveries, store and prepare food supplies
• Control the quantity and quality of food prepared
• Use and maintain food service equipment in safe and sanitary surroundings
• Report unsafe procedures or circumstances to kitchen supervisor
• Maintain inventory and food usage records
• Serve as liaison between Nutrition Service Department, student, faculty, and parent/guardians.
• Attend scheduled managers’ meetings.

Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visit http://www.cpsk12.org .

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports To: Director, Assistant Director and/or Field Supervisor of Nutrition Services

Supervises: Nutrition Services Cook/Cashiers

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum: High School Diploma or GED preferred; 3 years of experience in school food service, or a related area. Must possess 3 or more years of Nutrition Services managerial experience. Able to relate positively to others, pass the ServSafe exam and become certified, endure repetitive assembly, extreme hot and cold environments, wet or humid conditions. Able to follow a recipe. Good personal hygiene. Able to learn computerized cashiering and other department specific software. Must possess friendly customer service skills.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Language: Provide clear and complete instruction, Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English; Write simple correspondence; Communicate one on one and in small groups; Maintain appropriate relationships with students and coworkers.These are essential functions of the job.

Computation: Add, subtract multiply and divide and perform those operations using units of US Currency, and weight, volume and distance measurements.These are essential functions of the job.

Reasoning: Comprehend and follow detailed but basic written or oral instructions; Solve simple problems with few variables in stable conditions.These are essential functions of the job.

Technology: Operate a computerized cash register, department specific software and Microsoft outlook.These are essential functions of the job.

Physical Demands: An individual who holds this position must have the ability to frequently walk short distances, continuously stand, frequently bend or twist at the neck and torso, continuously grip, Frequently reach, stoop, kneel and crouch, frequently lift 10-25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, frequently use close and peripheral vision.These are essential functions of the job.

Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Conditions and Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work in temperatures that exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit and between 15-32 degrees Fahrenheit. The work environment is frequently quite loud; employees may need to raise voices to be heard. There is a greater than average risk of minor burns and cuts.These are essential functions of the job.

Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $17.50 to $22.75 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Laina Fullum , Director of Nutrition Services
• Nutrition Services
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]