Student Nutrition Zone Manager

Position Type:

Student Nutrition/SNS - Zone Manager

Date Posted:

7/3/2025

Location:

Service Center

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Job Title:

Student Nutrition Zone Manager Wage/Hour Status:
Non-Exempt

Reports to:

Student Nutrition Field Supervisor Pay Grade: DO-8 / 220 days

Primary

Purpose:

Responsible for an assigned number of campus operations under the direction of the Field Supervisor. Provide administrative and technical assistance for all program operations, including food production, sanitation procedures and practices, safety and security, and recordkeeping. Support Field Supervisor in the supervision of Managers, Assistant Managers, Manager Trainees, and Technicians. Assist with onsite trainings and assessments, and provide general assistance to the school cafeteria operations.

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, district and department guidelines, policies, and procedures in the administering of all federal meal programs.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

* High School Diploma or GED required;
Associate's degree or higher preferred.

* Proctored Food Protection Management certification provided by Serv Safe, or the Learn2

Serve ANAB-CFP Accredited Food Protection Manager Certificate required.

* Willing to work towards required TASN/TDA certification or participation in other continuing education.

* Valid Texas Driver's License required.

* Bilingual preferred.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

* Demonstrate oral, written communication, and interpersonal relationship skills.

* Demonstrate knowledge of School Food Service rules and regulations to meet Local, State and Federal guidelines.

* Follow written and verbal instructions.

* Self-starter with the ability to perform duties successfully with minimal direct supervision.

* Maintains a positive attitude under stress.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information regarding the district, employees, or students.

* Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals in a tactful manner, and maintain a cooperative working relationship.

* Ability to supervise, manage, train, and coach employees effectively.

* Ability to utilize basic mathematical skills.

* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively with attention to detail.

* Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and work in a high volume, fast paced environment.

* Ability to train staff in use of kitchen equipment, food preparation, and implement safety and sanitation procedures.

Preferred Experience:

* Minimum four (4) years of USDA Child Nutrition food service management experience preferred.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Operations & Compliance:

* Monitor and visit school sites to ensure federal and state compliance with the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), After School Care Program (ASCP), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), or Seamless Summer Option (SSO) meal programs.

* Maintain integrity and accountability of the program through compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

* Monitor food quality, acceptability, and preparation methods at each site and provide input to management and staff.

* Work with Cafeteria Managers, Assistant Managers, Manager Trainees, and Technicians to correct and prevent operational deficiencies as needed.

* Ensure accountability and effective organizational techniques to ensure all records and supporting documentation are maintained in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and policies.

* Assist in ensuring high quality meals are served in compliance of current nutrition standards and menu plan requirements

Personnel Management & Training:

* Assist Field Supervisor with supervising, arranging for or providing managerial and staff coverage of cafeteria when Manager or Staff is absent.

* Provide on-the-job training for Cafeteria Managers, Assistant Managers, Manager Trainees, and staff, and discuss recommended corrective actions with Field Supervisor.

* Assist with the development and implementation of work schedules and operational strategies to prevent work-place accidents and injuries, and for increasing employee efficiency and performance.

* Participate in the development and delivery of training content for Cafeteria Managers, Assistant Managers, Manager Trainees, and kitchen staff.

* Maintain effective working relationships with all Student Nutrition and District Personnel.

Leadership:

* Communicate effectively with Field Supervisor, Cafeteria Managers, Assistant Managers, Manager Trainees, Technicians, Student Nutrition Staff, all District Personnel, and Vendors.

* Assist cafeteria operations in growing their customer base and increasing participation in the meal programs.

* Identify operational concerns and assist in the development and communication of possible solutions regarding site concerns including, but not limited to, kitchen work flow, food quality, unit staffing, financial reporting, inventory, point of sales, maintenance issues, and technology issues.

* Demonstrate…