School Nutrition Assistant Manager

Carroll County Schools; Roopville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is looking for an Assistant Manager to support the School Nutrition Manager. Responsibilities include assisting with daily operations, preparing and serving meals, and overseeing student nutrition programs. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma and be able to work efficiently in a school environment. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage operational processes effectively.

Qualifications

• Able to write legibly, read, spell, and perform basic math functions.
• Able to lift 30-pound loads and stand on hard floor surfaces 6-7 hours per day.
• Practice good personal hygiene.
• Complete MIT (Manager-In-Training) class.

Responsibilities

• Assist the School Nutrition Manager with daily operations.
• Prepare, cook, and perform serving duties as assigned.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school administration.
• Oversee the Nutrition Advisory Council composed of students and staff.

Skills

Ability to work well with people

Ability to read, spell, write legibly, and perform basic math functions

Knowledge of food preparation procedures in a school setting

Education

High school diploma or HSE

Tools

Calculator

Cash Register

Institutional Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Assistant Manager

Date Posted: 8/1/2025

Location: Roopville Elementary School

Purpose of the position:

To assist the School Nutrition Manager and fulfill the duties of the School Nutrition Manager in his or her absence; to help with normal school nutrition duties and responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Strategic Goal Area I—Student Achievement

• Ensure all students have an opportunity to receive a healthy meal.
• Coordinate with managers as they provide nutrition education materials enabling the schools to educate the students.
• Coordinate with the System Leadership Team to provide assistance with school wide initiatives for the current year.

Strategic Goal Area Il—Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty

• Communicate effectively with students, parents, peers, and school administration.

Strategic Goal Area Ill—Efficient and Effective Operational Processes

• Prepare, cook, and perform serving duties as assigned.
• Supervise personnel in manager's absence.
• Assist daily with record keeping as assigned.
• Be able to efficiently handle the operation of the program in manager's absence.
• Work as cashier if needed.

Strategic Goal Area IV—Continuous System and School Improvement

• Oversee the NAC Club (Nutrition Advisory Council) which is composed of students and school faculty.
• Assist other School Nutrition employees and train School Nutrition substitutes.

OTHER EXPECTATIONS

• Adhere to the Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia
• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance /timeliness
• Complete assignments and requirements on time and in compliance with directions
• Maintain accurate, complete, and appropriate records and file reports promptly
• Maintain confidentiality of information and records for students and staff

JOB STANDARDS (Minimum qualifications needed to perform essential job functions)

• High school diploma or HSE.
• Attend basic training courses offered by the school system.
• Able to write legibly, read, spell, and perform basic math functions.
• Able to lift 30-pound loads and stand on hard floor surfaces 6-7 hours per day.
• Practice good personal hygiene.
• Complete MIT (Manager-In-Training) class.

JOB LOCATION (Place(s) where work is performed)

Individual schools

EQUIPMENT (Machines, devices, tools, etc., used in job performance)

Calculator, Cash Register, Institutional Kitchen Equipment

CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE (Needed for this job specifically)

• Ability to work well with people.
• Ability to read, spell, write legibly, and perform basic math functions.
• Knowledge of food preparation procedures in a school setting.

Name of evaluation instrument used for this job description

Assistant Manager, School Nutrition Program Performance Evaluation