Site Lead, School Nutrition & Kitchen Operations

Salem School District; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salem School District seeks a Site Lead to oversee the food service operation at the assigned school. You will ensure meals meet USDA standards and district guidelines while supervising workers and coordinating with nutrition staff and site leadership.

Responsibilities include planning meals, maintaining records, supervising sanitation and equipment use, and providing accurate reporting. Training and certification support is provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service, quantity and batch cooking preferred.
• Must be physically capable of walking, bending and standing for long periods.
• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work with food service and cleaning products.
• Serv Safe Food Manager Certification required within 90 days of hire; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily meal and snack preparation and service at the assigned school site.
• Provide efficient and pleasant customer service.
• Plan, prepare and serve meals according to menus and recipes.
• Follow NSLP and SBP guidelines for meals and portions.
• Supervise cleaning, sanitation, and food safety throughout the operation.
• Record production, temperature, and HACCP documents as required by USDA.

Skills

Food service experience

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 40 pounds

Education

Serv Safe Food Manager Certification

Job description

The Salem School District seeks a Site Lead to oversee the food service operation at the assigned school. You will ensure meals meet USDA standards and district guidelines while supervising workers and coordinating with nutrition staff and site leadership.

Responsibilities include planning meals, maintaining records, supervising sanitation and equipment use, and providing accurate reporting. Training and certification support is provided as needed.