School Nutrition GM: Lead Student Dining No Nights

Whitsons Culinary Group; Maynard (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

Whitsons Culinary Group is seeking a Food Service General Manager to lead a school nutrition program in Maynard, MA. You will direct the dining team, manage daily operations, and ensure compliance with NSLP/SBP guidelines while driving quality and equity in meals.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and adherence to safety standards, with a 10-month school-year schedule and a competitive salary plus bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (food, nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business) or equivalent combinations.
• State-recognized school nutrition director certificate or at least 1 year of relevant food service experience in addition to a bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Associate’s degree in a related field with at least 1 year of relevant food service experience.
• High school diploma/equivalency with at least 3 years of relevant food service experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the food service team to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals to students and staff.
• Oversee daily operations including scheduling, inventory, compliance, and food safety.
• Partner with school staff to ensure meals support student health, learning, and well-being.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal child nutrition program guidelines (NSLP, SBP, etc.).
• Manage budgets, staffing, vendor relationships, and performance goals.
• Foster a positive, student-centered, and inclusive kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Organizational skills

Food safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combos

Bachelor’s degree + director certificate or 1 year experience

Associate’s degree + 1 year experience

HS diploma + 3 years experience

Tools

POS platforms

Scheduling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Whitsons Culinary Group is seeking a Food Service General Manager to lead a school nutrition program in Maynard, MA. You will direct the dining team, manage daily operations, and ensure compliance with NSLP/SBP guidelines while driving quality and equity in meals.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and adherence to safety standards, with a 10-month school-year schedule and a competitive salary plus bonus potential.