School Nutrition Manager: Lead Meals & Compliance

Elementary / Middle / High School; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Lighthouse Charter School, Jacksonville, AR, is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily school nutrition operations, ensuring meals meet federal, state, and local guidelines. This role emphasizes safety, organization, and a culture of care for scholars.

The ideal candidate will have food service management experience, ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain), and strong leadership and communication skills to supervise staff and manage resources effectively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior food service management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Program guidelines preferred.
• ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and supervise staff effectively.
• Commitment to scholar-centered service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food service operations to ensure compliance, efficiency, safety, and a positive dining experience for scholars.
• Provide training and coaching to ensure safety and service standards.
• Ensure all food safety protocols are followed and inspections are prepared for.
• Track inventory and manage supply levels; assist with cost control.
• Foster a welcoming and respectful dining environment and support scholar engagement.

Skills

Staff supervision

Food service management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

ServSafe certification

USDA guidelines knowledge

Scholar-centered service

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Arkansas Lighthouse Charter School, Jacksonville, AR, is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily school nutrition operations, ensuring meals meet federal, state, and local guidelines. This role emphasizes safety, organization, and a culture of care for scholars.

The ideal candidate will have food service management experience, ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain), and strong leadership and communication skills to supervise staff and manage resources effectively.