School Nutrition Manager – Lead K-12 Dining Operations

Georgia; Idaho; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) in Macon, GA is seeking an experienced Food Services Manager to oversee school meals in accordance with federal and state requirements. The role emphasizes safe, efficient operations, staff supervision, and menu coordination within a K-12 setting.

The position requires an associate degree in a related field and experience with school nutrition software, with opportunities to collaborate across administration, vendors, and classrooms.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and three years of supervisory experience in a food service operation.
• Knowledge of USDA NSLP/SBP regulations.
• Experience with school nutrition software.
• Ability to manage inventory, records, and compliance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate food service staff.
• Plan and coordinate meal preparation and service according to approved menus.
• Ensure meals meet nutritional, dietary, and portion requirements.
• Maintain compliance with USDA, state, local health department, and school food service requirements.
• Monitor food preparation, storage, temperatures, sanitation, and cleanliness.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and assist with ordering food, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, production records, and other required documentation.
• Ensure proper operation, cleaning, and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Work closely with school administration, staff, students, vendors, and other departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Staff training

Menu planning

Coordination

Education

Associate degree in Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, Institutional Food Service, or related area

Tools

Mosaic

NutriKids

PrimeroEdge

SchoolCafé

LINQ/TITAN

Job description

Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) in Macon, GA is seeking an experienced Food Services Manager to oversee school meals in accordance with federal and state requirements. The role emphasizes safe, efficient operations, staff supervision, and menu coordination within a K-12 setting.

The position requires an associate degree in a related field and experience with school nutrition software, with opportunities to collaborate across administration, vendors, and classrooms.