School Nutrition General Manager: Lead Meals, Teams & Compliance

Whitsons Culinary Group; White Hills (CT); On-site; USD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus opportunities

Family-friendly schedule

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Whitsons Culinary Group seeks a Food Service General Manager to lead a school nutrition program and drive nutritious meals for students and staff. You will oversee daily operations, budgeting, and compliance in a mission-driven kitchen that emphasizes health and learning.

The role requires strong leadership, 3–5 years in food service management, and ServSafe certification or ability to obtain. Competitive salary with bonus potential and family-friendly schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• State-recognized School Nutrition Director certificate or relevant experience.
• 2+ years of school nutrition program experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the food service team to deliver nutritious meals.
• Oversee scheduling, inventory, compliance, and food safety.
• Partner with staff to align meals with student health and learning.
• Ensure compliance with NSLP, SBP, and related guidelines.
• Manage budgets, staffing, vendors, and performance goals.
• Foster a positive, inclusive kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership

Operations

Budgeting

Staff development

Food safety

ServSafe

Education

Bachelor’s degree (related field)

Cert. in school nutrition director

Associate degree + 2 years experience

Job description

Whitsons Culinary Group seeks a Food Service General Manager to lead a school nutrition program and drive nutritious meals for students and staff. You will oversee daily operations, budgeting, and compliance in a mission-driven kitchen that emphasizes health and learning.

The role requires strong leadership, 3–5 years in food service management, and ServSafe certification or ability to obtain. Competitive salary with bonus potential and family-friendly schedule.