Secondary Area Field Manager

Illinois School District U-46; Maryland; On-site; USD 45,257 - 67,340; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and pension eligible

Job summary

A school district in Maryland is seeking a Secondary Area Field Manager to oversee the food service program across multiple secondary schools. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, supervising secondary cafeteria managers, and collaborating with nutrition staff. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in food service, a valid food manager certification, and a strong commitment to customer service and teamwork. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years’ experience in a supervisory role in food service.
• Proficient in Google and commonly used software.
• Must maintain School Nutrition Association certification level 1.

Responsibilities

• Manage food service program in compliance with regulations.
• Oversee secondary managers and assist Food & Nutrition Services Administrators.
• Coordinate with Health Safety Coordinator on HACCP policies.

Skills

Customer service

Record keeping

Team leadership

Culinary math

Food storage methods

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Professional Food Manager Certification

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Position Title

Secondary Area Field Manager

Position Details

• Position Type: Food Service / Food Service Manager
• Date Posted: 12/19/2025
• Location: Food & Nutrition Services
• Date Available: ASAP
• Bargaining Unit: NON-UNION
• Department/Location: Food & Nutrition Services
• Calendar Days: 260
• Reports To: Food & Nutrition Services Administrators
• JD Revision Date: 5/23/23
• Supervises: Secondary School Cafeteria Managers
• Term: Twelve (12) month full‑time position (260 calendar days, 8 hours per day)
• Salary Range: $45,257.00–$67,340.00 (typical practice: hire between minimum and midpoint $51,417.60)
• Benefits: Benefits and pension eligible

Job Summary

Provide assistance in the implementation of School Nutrition Program guidelines and requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Assist Food & Nutrition Services Administrators with facilitating day‑to‑day operations of secondary schools, provide leadership and direction to secondary schools, and adhere to School District U‑46’s mission, vision, and values.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the school food service program in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge and enforce all Federal, State, and Local requirements as they pertain to the Dietary Guidelines for School Nutrition Programs.
• Adhere to policy on USDA professional standards and maintain accurate training records for assigned staff, ensuring full compliance.
• Oversee supervision of secondary schools and managers assigned.
• Cohesively work with Secondary Managers and Registered Dietician on menus, program innovation, and marketing promotions.
• Collaborate with elementary field managers and Food & Nutrition Services office staff.
• Participate in site visits to ensure compliance with USDA, ISBE, and department guidelines.
• Coordinate efforts with Food Safety Coordinator on all HACCP policies and procedures, ensuring that the commissary and elementary schools are in 100% compliance with policies/procedures.
• Support the Food & Nutrition Services Administrators on all SEIU matters, including performance evaluations, grievances, training, interviewing, and adherence to policies set forth in the district’s employee handbook and SEIU contract.
• Facilitate marketing and promotional events to increase participation.
• Manage day‑to‑day operations at multiple sites.
• Provide oversight and daily supervision for summer programming.
• Collaborate with Human Resources for hiring and onboarding of applicants.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with building administrators.
• Actively participate in monthly manager or leadership meetings, webinars, and video conferences and provide ongoing professional development for staff.
• Collaborate with secondary school managers on monthly operating reports, inventory management, and financial goals.
• Establish and implement annual secondary school manager goals and performance reviews. Provide coaching and leadership as needed with appropriate documentation and adherence to Union and District guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality on all sensitive matters.
• Other duties as assigned by Food & Nutrition Services Administrators.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Certified Professional Food Manager Certification (formerly sanitation certificate); must be obtained by the start of the second school term of employment.
• Current Illinois Driver’s License.
• Earn and/or maintain School Nutrition Association certification level 1 or higher within the first year of employment.

Experience / Knowledge

• Minimum of four years’ experience in a supervisor‑level position within the Food Service Industry.
• Proficient in Google and other commonly used software.
• Capability to maintain complex records and express ideas and directives effectively, verbally and written.
• Strong ability to provide a high level of customer service to students, staff, parents, and team members.
• Knowledge of school nutrition, food storage methods, inventory methods, department policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to plan and organize work to maintain effective working relations as necessitated by work assignments.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge in culinary math, food costing, product evaluation, food waste metrics, and yields.
• Ability to set goals and establish process plans for completion.
• Ability to plan and organize work to maintain effective working relations as necessitated by work assignments.

Environmental Conditions

• Indoors in a busy office environment with exposure to noise and communication.
• May be required to leave main work site to attend meetings.
• Public contact requires appropriate business‑like apparel.
• Field‑based position: reliable transportation and working in schools is required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work on a computer for 50% of scheduled shift.
• Ability to assist in lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a very fast‑paced and stressful environment with unscheduled interruptions.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in hot and cold conditions.

Terms of Employment

• Must complete all Food Service and District‑mandated GCN tutorials, monthly safety training, and department‑sponsored training per USDA requirements by their due dates.
• Attend all meetings and trainings as required.