Position Title:

Child Nutrition Manager

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in food service management is preferred.

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and USDA Child Nutrition Program regulations.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare required reports.

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, vendors, and district personnel.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform duties requiring standing, bending, lifting, and walking for extended periods.

• Demonstrated aptitude for successfully performing the responsibilities listed below.

Job Goal:

To manage the daily operation of the school's Child Nutrition Program by providing nutritious, appealing meals in a safe, efficient, sanitary, and welcoming environment while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and district regulations.

Reports To:

Director of Child Nutrition

Performance Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and supervise the daily operation of the school cafeteria.

• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate cafeteria personnel.

• Ensure all meals are prepared and served in accordance with USDA, Mississippi Department of Education, and district guidelines.

• Maintain high standards of food quality, sanitation, safety, and customer service.

• Monitor food production, portion control, and inventory to minimize waste and control costs.

• Order food, supplies, and equipment as needed while maintaining accurate inventory records.

• Maintain all required production records, temperature logs, inventory records, financial reports, and other documentation.

• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment and report repair needs promptly.

• Monitor daily meal counts and cash handling procedures in accordance with district policies.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, serving area, dining room, storage areas, and garbage collection area.

• Assist with food preparation, serving, and cleanup as needed.

• Coordinate special meals, catering events, and district functions as assigned.

• Promote positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and parents through professional customer service.

• Ensure compliance with local health department inspections and corrective actions when necessary.

• Attend required district and state professional development and training sessions.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Child Nutrition or Superintendent.

Terms of Employment:

Salary, contract days, and work year shall be established by the Sunflower County Consolidated School District Board of Trustees.

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with district policy by the Director of Child Nutrition or designee.