Food Service Bookkeeper

Menahga Public Schools is seeking a Food Service Bookkeeper to support our school nutrition program. This position provides leadership for daily food service operations while ensuring compliance with state and federal school nutrition requirements. The successful candidate will support staff, manage systems and documentation, and help educate students, staff, and the community about the value of school nutrition programs.

• Oversee and manage the point of sale (POS) system
• Train all point of sale staff and ensure consistent, accurate use of POS procedures
• Provide and coordinate ongoing training opportunities for all kitchen staff
• Maintain records of staff training participation and required certifications
• Grant writing and grant implementation related to food service programs
• Ensure accurate recipe documentation and meal component compliance
• Support community, staff, and student education related to School Nutrition Programs
• Process and submit monthly meal claims in compliance with state and federal requirements
• Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal food service regulations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• Knowledge of school nutrition programs and meal pattern requirements preferred
• Experience with point of sale systems and record-keeping
• Ability to train and support staff in a team-oriented environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, administration, and the community
• Grant writing experience preferred, or willingness to be trained
• Serv Safe certification or ability to obtain certification within a designated time frame

Salary range: $45,000 – $55,000 depending on experience and contract length

Menahga Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer.