School Nutrition Lead: Operations & Training

Hovatter Elementary School; Stone Ridge (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools Hovatter Elementary School in Stone Ridge, Virginia is seeking a School Nutrition Lead to assist the SNS Manager in daily cafeteria operations and compliance with meal patterns, safety and accounting rules.

The role requires coordinating staff, supervising food prep and service, managing cashiering, and ensuring timely orders and records. Applicants must hold a High School Diploma or GED and ServSafe certification, with a SNA Level 1 within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food service methods and safety practices.
• Ability to read and follow standardized recipes and documents.
• Strong customer relations and communication skills.
• Experience training staff in food service activities.

Responsibilities

• Support SNS Manager in daily cafeteria operations.
• Supervise food service staff; train on food prep, service, cleanup, cashiering.
• Learn and follow USDA regulations governing programs.
• Communicate effectively with staff and customers.
• Order weekly supplies by established due dates.
• Forecast production needs; follow standardized recipes.
• Check weekly deliveries and invoices for quality and accuracy.
• Act as manager in the manager's absence.
• Perform cashier duties, manage money with customer service.
• Unpack and store supplies; assist with daily production records.

Skills

Food safety

Recipe literacy

Customer service

Communication

Staff training

Cashiering

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe certification

SNA Level 1 Certificate

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools Hovatter Elementary School in Stone Ridge, Virginia is seeking a School Nutrition Lead to assist the SNS Manager in daily cafeteria operations and compliance with meal patterns, safety and accounting rules.

The role requires coordinating staff, supervising food prep and service, managing cashiering, and ensuring timely orders and records. Applicants must hold a High School Diploma or GED and ServSafe certification, with a SNA Level 1 within 90 days of hire.