School Cafeteria Manager: Lead Nutrition & Kitchen Ops

Laurens County School District 56; Clinton (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurens County School District 56 in Clinton, South Carolina seeks a Child Nutrition School Cafeteria Manager at Clinton High School. The role starts November/December 2026, with a 190‑day contract from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent; Serv-Safe certification is required. Selected candidate will oversee food preparation, ordering, storage, and supervision of staff while maintaining food safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Experience in quantity food service is preferred.
• Must take and pass Serv-Safe certification.

Responsibilities

• Directs the preparation of food according to standardized recipes and procedures.
• Plans daily food production and directs preparation of items for the next day.
• Assesss the quantity of food to order, prepare and serve according to projected meal count.
• Secures food and supplies; receives and verifies deliveries.
• Provides instruction and directs other food service workers.
• Ensures proper storage of food and supplies.
• Directs, supervises, and evaluates all kitchen cleaning functions.
• Promotes safe work practices and procedures.

Skills

Follow directions

Teamwork

Resource management

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Serv-Safe certification

Job description

Laurens County School District 56 in Clinton, South Carolina seeks a Child Nutrition School Cafeteria Manager at Clinton High School. The role starts November/December 2026, with a 190‑day contract from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent; Serv-Safe certification is required. Selected candidate will oversee food preparation, ordering, storage, and supervision of staff while maintaining food safety standards.