School Dining Operations Lead

Genuine Foods; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay 1.5x

Medical, dental and vision

Career growth

Job summary

Genuine Foods in Rutland, VT is seeking a Site Lead to manage elementary, middle, or high school sites, ensuring daily menus align with company recipes and school schedules. You will lead a team of cooks, oversee daily prep and administration, and deliver engaging meals that meet standards and timelines.

The role emphasizes fast-paced collaboration with educators, a strong customer-service orientation, and commitment to wholesome, scratch-made meals for students.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of supervisor experience in a mid-high volume food service facility or restaurant.
• Ability to manage and develop a team.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily preparation and service for breakfast, snack, and lunch.
• Execute meals in accordance with the daily menu and recipe standards.
• On-time service in line with the school schedule.
• Manage food service associates and ensure procedures are followed.
• Complete NSLP production records and document daily meal components.
• Accountable for school’s financial performance via inventory and waste management.
• Receive deliveries and verify quality before acceptance.
• Maintain food safety practices and rotation protocols.
• Take daily inventory and place orders accordingly.
• Serve as the face of Genuine Foods to students, teachers and parents.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Problem solving

Organized

Independent worker

Job description

Genuine Foods in Rutland, VT is seeking a Site Lead to manage elementary, middle, or high school sites, ensuring daily menus align with company recipes and school schedules. You will lead a team of cooks, oversee daily prep and administration, and deliver engaging meals that meet standards and timelines.

The role emphasizes fast-paced collaboration with educators, a strong customer-service orientation, and commitment to wholesome, scratch-made meals for students.