Food Services Manager

Location: Northern

## Food Services Manager Apply:
Oconomowoc, WI:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
JR109014

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** Overview
* * Are you passionate about creating nutritious meals that support student health and success? Do you enjoy leading a team and managing kitchen operations in a mission-driven environment?
** Genesee Lake School, a MyPath Company**, provides residential, educational, and community-based services for children and young adults with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our mission is to promote growth, independence, and a high quality of life for the individuals we serve.
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* Job Summary:

** We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced
** Nutrition Services Manager
** to oversee daily kitchen operations and lead the Nutrition Services team. This key leadership role ensures students receive nutritious, high-quality meals that meet federal school nutrition standards while supporting specialized dietary needs. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about food service, team development, and making a meaningful impact.
** Sign On Bonus: $2,000!
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* Key Responsibilities:

**** Kitchen Leadership & Menu Planning
*** Develop, implement, and standardize recipes and menus for meals, snacks, and special dietary needs (gluten-free, etc.)
* Ensure all meals meet Federal School Nutrition Standards and submit menus to the Registered Dietitian for approval
* Prioritize seasonal, sustainable, and locally sourced food when possible
* Maintain and support menu planning software
** Operations, Purchasing & Inventory
*** Manage food and supply purchasing based on menus, student dietary needs, and budget considerations
* Track and manage receiving, inventory, invoices, and production records
* Ensure dietary changes and requests are communicated to kitchen staff efficiently
* Maintain dietary serving notes and documentation standards
** Team Leadership & Staff Supervision
*** Supervise Cooks, Kitchen Aides, and Production Cook
* Create and maintain staff schedules and monitor overtime
* Lead hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance evaluations
* Provide coaching, corrective action, and professional development support
* Assist with cooking, food preparation, serving, cleaning, and dishwashing as needed
** Collaboration & Education
*** Partner with group home teams to support healthy, age-appropriate menu and snack implementation
* Occasionally attend mealtimes within residential settings to provide education and support
* Follow evidence-based nutrition practices and company standards
** Schedule
* ** Full-time, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 7:00am to 5:00pm
* Includes weekends, holidays, and on-call duties as needed.
* Must be responsive to coverage needs and emergencies
** Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package
** At
** Genesee Lake School**, a MyPath Company, we are committed to supporting our employees' well-being, financial security, and professional growth. Our benefits package includes:
** Financial & Retirement Benefits
*** 401(k) Retirement Plan with MyPath Financial Wellness Resources
* Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
* On-demand Access to Earned Wages
* Student Loan Pay Down Assistance
* Tuition Reimbursement
** Health & Wellness
*** Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans
* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
* Life & Disability Insurance
* Voluntary Life Insurance Options
* Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
* My Voyage Wellness Program
** Work-Life Balance & Additional Perks
*** Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Childcare Search Assistance
* Employee Discount Program via Perk Spot
* Pet Insurance Discount We value our employees and are dedicated to providing meaningful benefits that enhance our owners lives.
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* Qualifications:

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* Education & Experience:

*** High school diploma or GED required
* Minimum of 3 years of food service or kitchen operations experience required,
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* * a Food service Management degree (entry-level candidates considered)
* Previous experience developing menus, inventory management, and ordering strongly preferred
* Experience working with children or adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus
** Required Skills & Attributes:
*** Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
* Ability to maintain a calm and effective demeanor in emergency and stressful situations.
* Capable of managing competing…