School Nutrition Manager Trainee: Lead & Learn in Schools

Hamilton County Department of Education; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee meals during the workday

Weekends/evenings/school breaks off

School calendar aligned schedule

Structured hands-on leadership

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN, offers a School Nutrition Manager Trainee Program, a hands-on leadership track combining kitchen experience with classroom instruction to prepare for management opportunities within the district. The program includes mentorship, weekly classroom sessions, and a structured 8-12 week training, leading to eligibility for School Nutrition Manager vacancies.

Successful candidates show dependability, teamwork, adaptability, and a passion for serving

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Internal applicants: at least 1 year in a School Nutrition food service operation with one month as primary meat cook and cashiering, plus a positive Cafeteria Manager reference.
• External applicants: at least 1 year in food service management with positive references.
• A passing score on a basic math and reading comprehension test is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a school nutrition team
• Plan daily food production using production records
• Manage ordering, inventory, and receiving in LINQ
• Operate point-of-sale and school nutrition software
• Apply USDA regulations and food safety requirements
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and school administrators
• Develop budgeting, labor management, and forecasting skills
• Learn alongside an experienced School Nutrition Manager through mentoring and hands-on training

Skills

Dependable

Team-oriented

Positive attitude

Adaptable

Lifelong learner

Passionate about students

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN, offers a School Nutrition Manager Trainee Program, a hands-on leadership track combining kitchen experience with classroom instruction to prepare for management opportunities within the district. The program includes mentorship, weekly classroom sessions, and a structured 8-12 week training, leading to eligibility for School Nutrition Manager vacancies.

Successful candidates show dependability, teamwork, adaptability, and a passion for serving