School Nutrition Assistant Manager

Trinity Elementary; Trinity (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Elementary in Trinity, NC seeks a School Nutrition Assistant Manager to oversee daily cafeteria operations and support the Nutrition Manager. You will help with inventory, payroll, and production records, and step in as manager when needed.

This is a full-time, 9.5–10 month position with wage grade 55 plus supplement for experienced candidates. Qualifications include a High School Diploma and at least 2 years in school or institutional food service, plus the ability to obtain a NC

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation and sanitation standards.
• Working knowledge of basic arithmetic.
• Ability to use food preparation equipment.
• Ability to understand and explain guidelines and directions.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operation and assist manager as needed.
• Join rotating work schedule with CN staff.
• Assist with weekly market orders.
• Complete monthly inventory and payroll twice yearly.
• Count money and make daily deposits.
• Collaborate on production records and CN guidelines.
• Communicate personnel strengths/weaknesses to manager.
• Assist with minor personnel issues in the cafeteria.

Skills

Food safety

Arithmetic

Food prep

Team communication

Sanitation

Education

High School Diploma

2+ years school food service

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

School Nutrition Assistant Manager

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Job Details

Job ID: 5948615

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

7.5 hours daily/ 10 months

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

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POSITION TITLE

School Nutrition Assistant Manager

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Assigned school

SALARY

Salary Grade 55 plus supplement

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

REPORTS TO

School Nutrition Manager and/or School Nutrition Director

SUPERVISES

NA

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday or as scheduled

WORK HOURS

6.0-8.0 / varies by school

NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR

9.5-10

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. The 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 a 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 standing for long periods of time. Some walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling can 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

The following signatures acknowledge that the supervisor has verified the accuracy of the position description, has discussed position requirements with the employee, and has advised the employee of work performance expectations

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: 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

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mark Beasley , Principal
• Trinity Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]