School Nutrition Manager

Polk County Public Schools; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools in Bartow, Florida seeks a School Nutrition Manager to supervise cafeteria operations at Floral Ave Elem and other sites. You will oversee food preparation, nutrition standards, staffing, and customer service.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year in school foodservice. Bilingual abilities are preferred. You will ensure health, sanitary practices and effective meal service for students and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of experience in school foodservice or related work.
• Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operation of school cafeterias to provide nutritious meals.
• Train and supervise school nutrition personnel.
• Ensure health, sanitary and safety practices in the operation.
• Provide high level of customer service to parents and community.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Customer service

Supervisory skills

Bilingual/biliterate (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Bilingual/biliterate preferred

Job description

Polk County Public Schools Floral Ave Elem, Bartow, FL, USA, 33830 - Bartow, Florida Open in Google Maps

School Nutrition Manager

Polk County Public Schools Floral Ave Elem, Bartow, FL, USA, 33830 - Bartow, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5926868

Application Deadline: Sep 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 5:09 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Title

School Nutrition Manager

Custom Job Purpose

This position exists to perform responsible supervisory work operating various size school cafeterias.

Essential Functions of this Job

Extensive knowledge of the planning, preparation and service of a large variety of foods. Considerable knowledge of foodservice equipment. Considerable knowledge of food values in nutrition. Considerable knowledge of health, sanitary, and safety practices in the school nutrition operation. A considerable knowledge of the storage of food and non-food supplies. Ability to supervise the operation of economical, nutritious, and effective meals. Ability to supervise and train school nutrition personnel. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, students and school personnel. Demonstrates appropriate written and verbal communication skills. Ability to provide a high level of customer service to parents and other community members.

Essential Functions of this Job (cont.)

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school or completion of GED.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

One year experience in school foodservice or related work. Completion of all required school foodservice courses, and other requirements as established by departmental regulations. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines.

Physical Environment

Collective Bargaining Agreement

1 - Non-Union - F2 - OSP EQ

Salary Grade

Pay Grade

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Local Code

0347

EEO5

44

Approval Date

11/13/2012

Date Last Revised

12/10/2019

Position Type: Full-time Job Categories:

• Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager
• Administration > Food Services

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Polk County Public Schools
• 1907 South Floral Ave.
• Bartow, Florida 33830
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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