School Nutrition Assistant Manager

Young World Physical Education

Sophia (NC)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a School Nutrition Assistant Manager in Sophia, North Carolina. You will oversee kitchen operations, assist the manager, and handle responsibilities in their absence. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in food service.

The role demands knowledge of food preparation standards, effective communication skills, and the capability to acquire a bus driver's license.

This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with various physical demands.

Qualifications

Must be willing to obtain a bus driver's license.
Must have experience in commercial or institutional food service.
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

Oversee kitchen operations and daily duties in the manager's absence.
Complete monthly inventory and payroll.
Communicate with the manager about personnel matters.

Skills

Knowledge of food preparation and sanitation standards

Basic arithmetic

Skill in food preparation equipment usage

Communication of guidelines and directions

Ability to establish working relationships

Education

High School Diploma

2 years of experience in food service

Job description

School Nutrition Assistant Manager

Randolph County School System, New Market Elementary – Sophia, North Carolina

Job Details

Job ID: 5737144
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

8.0 hours daily / 10 months

Must be willing and eligible to obtain a bus driver's license and substitute on the bus as needed.

Position Purpose

Assistant Manager must comply with School Nutrition Assistant job description in addition to the criteria listed below. They must assist the manager as needed in the daily operation of the cafeteria. Assistant manager will fill in as manager in their absence.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of food preparation and standards of sanitation and safety
Working knowledge of basic arithmetic
Skill in the use of food preparation equipment
Ability to comprehend and apply written and verbal guidelines and directions, and explain these to others
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships

Education, Training, and Experience

High School Diploma
Minimum of 2 years of experience in commercial or institutional food service, preferably in a school setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

School Nutrition experience
Management experience
Able to obtain a North Carolina Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License with school bus certification and P&S endorsements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee kitchen operation and perform daily duties when manager is handling office work (Asst. managers will be guided by manager’s instructions)
Assistant managers will be part of the rotating work schedule followed by other CN employees
Will rotate with manager at least once a month to do weekly market orders
Will be responsible for completing monthly inventory twice yearly
Will be responsible for completing monthly payroll twice yearly
Will count money & complete daily deposit procedures once weekly
Work with manager on production records as often as possible (must be knowledgeable about these records)
Read and review the CN Managerial Procedures Manual to become familiar with all CN guidelines
Will communicate with the manager any personnel strengths/weaknesses observed
The assistant manager may be responsible for dealing with minor personnel issues in the cafeteria; however all major issues must be directed to the manager

Working Conditions

Physical Demands: Work is considered moderate to heavy physical work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force. Must be able to withstand heat and stand for long periods of time. Some walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling may be involved.

Work Environment: Employees in this position are required to work in indoor and outdoor environments, and come into direct contact with RCSS staff, students and the public.

Acknowledgements

Reviewed by: Employee's Signature

Date

Approval by: Supervisor's Signature

Date

The completed and signed position description shall be maintained at the employee’s work location, shall be reviewed with the employee by his or her immediate supervisor, should be revised as required, and shall serve as the basis for all required evaluations.

Disclaimer

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, any time.

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Requirements