School Nutrition (SN) Manager RV2627_52

Ridge View Elementary; Belgrade (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridge View Elementary School in Belgrade, Montana is seeking a School Nutrition Manager to oversee daily breakfast and lunch operations for students and staff. You will supervise kitchen staff, manage inventory, and ensure meals meet nutrition, safety, and district guidelines.

This full-time role reports to the SN Director, with a Monday–Friday schedule (6:00 am–2:00 pm). You will coordinate with school leadership to promote the SN program district-wide and maintain accurate records and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food management, nutrition, and safety regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle recipe conversions, procurement, inventory, and production records.

Responsibilities

• Lead SN staff in the preparation, setup, and serving of meals.
• Maintain accurate inventory and manage costs.
• Ensure compliance with District, State, and USDA guidelines.
• Develop menus and recipes meeting standards and appeal for students and staff.
• Collaborate with SN Director and School Principal to align program goals.

Skills

Food safety

Inventory management

Team leadership

Menu planning

Budgeting

Communication

HACCP knowledge

Job description

School Nutrition (SN) Manager RV2627_52

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Job Details

Job ID: 5896852
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 21, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: School Nutrition (SN) Manager

School: Ridge View Elementary School

Reports to: SN Director

Shift: Monday - Friday 6 :00 am-2:00 pm

Start date: Immediately

About Belgrade School District:

Belgrade School District provides instructional, athletic, and activities opportunities for more than 3,100 students from the community of nearly 14,000 residents. Through the commitment of more than 600 full- and part-time staff members, students engage in learning and participate in extracurricular events throughout the calendar year. As Belgrade’s largest employer, we’re proud of the partnership we have with local families, businesses and civic organizations. Working with Belgrade School District is a rewarding opportunity to be part of our mission “to educate students to become responsible members of society.”

Purpose

The SN Manager is responsible for the daily preparation, cooking, and serving of nutritious, high-quality meals for students and staff within the school district. This position requires a skilled and experienced individual who can lead a kitchen team, and manage inventory and costs effectively. This position requires adherence to state and federal guidelines, support of District goals and initiatives, and dedication to growing the SN program, both at their assigned school and throughout the district.

The SN Manager has an indirect reporting relationship with the School Principal. The SN Manager will provide updates or recommendations to the School Principal on matters related to student nutrition, school events, or other aspects of the school nutrition that impact the broader school environment.The SN Manager works with the School Principal to ensure that the SN program aligns with the school's overall goals and priorities.

Essential Job Duties

• Demonstrate a positive, motivating, and caring attitude for students, staff and guests while representing the standards of the Belgrade School District
• Supervise SN staff in the preparation, setup, and serving of all meals, ensuring a smooth operation that serves healthy meals, on time, and in a warm and inviting atmosphere
• Promote teamwork within your kitchen, and address conflicts in a constructive and respectful manner
• Adhere to and promote District goals and initiatives, and demonstrate a dedication to building the SN program district-wide
• Collaborate with the other SN Managers build a strong team that supports the goals of the district
• Effectively communicate with the School Principal and school staff in order to facilitate the goals of the SN Department
• Oversee all areas of food preparation, meal serving and cleanup in accordance with District, State and USDA Guidelines
• Develop menus and recipes, ensuring that all meals meet standards and are healthy and appealing
• Maintain all mandatory records accurately and in a timely manner
• Demonstrate proper cooking methods and techniques, emphasizing good nutrition and serving quality food
• Handle food according to proper sanitation regulations and follow safety standards
• Procure food and supplies, maintaining an accurate inventory, while controlling waste and effectively managing cost
• Assist with food preparation for special events, school functions, or other district-related activities as needed
• Complete mandatory training hours in a timely manner
• Maintain and update school nutrition skills by attending workshops or conferences, and reading professional publications
• Ability to attend mandatory meetings outside of regularly scheduled work hours
• Punctual and consistent attendance is an essential part of the job

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of food management, nutrition, and applicable safety regulations
• Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely in both oral and written communications
• Ability to perform the basic math skills involved in recipe conversions, procurement, inventory and production records
• Ability to set priorities, work as part of a team, and tolerate frequent interruptions
• Ability to quickly learn software applications used by School Nutrition
• Possess knowledge of materials and methods used in cooking
• Possess knowledge of kitchen equipment and how it operates
• Demonstrate personal hygiene and maintain a neat appearance
• Possess knowledge of sanitation standards and chemical use in the kitchen
• Flexibility to work irregular hours depending on the needs of the SN Department
• Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school staff
• Ability to problem solve to analyze and resolve issues as they come up