2026-2027 Manager, Food and Nutrition Services
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $20.74
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The position is offered by Lee County Schools, a prominent educational institution dedicated to providing quality education and comprehensive support services to students across the county in Florida. Lee County Schools is committed to maintaining high standards in all operational areas to foster an optimal educational environment, including nutrition services that promote the health and well-being of its students. As part of the school district's supportive and collaborative community, employees are encouraged to contribute to the mission of ensuring students have access to nutritious meals alongside their academic experience.
This role falls under the district's Food and Nutrition Services department, which is focused on managing and delivering food service operations efficiently and safely within schools. The position is specifically designated as a Manager, Food and Nutrition Services (Intern) which indicates a managerial level role responsible for overseeing food service operations at a school or designated site. This is a full-time role classified as U06, with a working schedule of 8 hours per day over 196 days annually. The position offers a starting salary of $20.74 per hour, with potential increases based on relevant education and experience.
The Manager, Food and Nutrition Services (Intern) plays a critical leadership role in ensuring that food services run smoothly, comply with regulatory standards, and meet the nutritional needs of students. The role requires managing daily food preparation, supervising staff including employees and student workers, coordinating schedules, maintaining sanitation and safety according to both district and health regulations, and handling financial aspects such as budget management and cash deposits. The position also involves direct interaction with various stakeholders including school staff, students, district personnel, and vendors.
In addition to operational responsibilities, the incumbent must remain current with trends and requirements in nutrition, sanitation, and food service technology. The role demands strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask under pressure, and excellent communication skills for effectively addressing customer needs and team management. The ideal candidate will hold or be working towards the completion of the district's Manager, Food and Nutrition Services (Intern) training program and possess a valid Florida driver's license and ServSafe Manager Certification.
The work environment is dynamic and physically demanding, requiring a proactive and hands-on approach to leadership. The position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the health and nutrition of school children while developing professional management skills in a supportive public school setting. This role is suited for individuals passionate about food service management in an educational context, combining practical operational duties with strategic oversight and team leadership.
This role falls under the district's Food and Nutrition Services department, which is focused on managing and delivering food service operations efficiently and safely within schools. The position is specifically designated as a Manager, Food and Nutrition Services (Intern) which indicates a managerial level role responsible for overseeing food service operations at a school or designated site. This is a full-time role classified as U06, with a working schedule of 8 hours per day over 196 days annually. The position offers a starting salary of $20.74 per hour, with potential increases based on relevant education and experience.
The Manager, Food and Nutrition Services (Intern) plays a critical leadership role in ensuring that food services run smoothly, comply with regulatory standards, and meet the nutritional needs of students. The role requires managing daily food preparation, supervising staff including employees and student workers, coordinating schedules, maintaining sanitation and safety according to both district and health regulations, and handling financial aspects such as budget management and cash deposits. The position also involves direct interaction with various stakeholders including school staff, students, district personnel, and vendors.
In addition to operational responsibilities, the incumbent must remain current with trends and requirements in nutrition, sanitation, and food service technology. The role demands strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask under pressure, and excellent communication skills for effectively addressing customer needs and team management. The ideal candidate will hold or be working towards the completion of the district's Manager, Food and Nutrition Services (Intern) training program and possess a valid Florida driver's license and ServSafe Manager Certification.
The work environment is dynamic and physically demanding, requiring a proactive and hands-on approach to leadership. The position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the health and nutrition of school children while developing professional management skills in a supportive public school setting. This role is suited for individuals passionate about food service management in an educational context, combining practical operational duties with strategic oversight and team leadership.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three years of food and nutrition services experience
- Completion of the Manager, Food and Nutrition Services (Intern) training program
- Valid Florida driver's license
- Valid ServSafe Manager Certification
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three years of food and nutrition services experience
- Successful completion of the Manager, Food and Nutrition Services (Intern) training program
- Valid Florida driver's license
- Valid ServSafe Manager Certification
- Associate's degree from an accredited institution preferred
- One year of employment as an Assistant Manager in Lee County schools preferred
- Five years of District food and nutrition services experience preferred
- Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications
Job Duties
- Utilize knowledge of federal, state and local laws, policy, procedures, and guidelines to manage food service operations at school/designated site
- Maintain current knowledge of nutrition, sanitation, quality, mechanical operations, computer and software usage, and finances for food service operations
- Interact frequently face-to-face, on the telephone, and by e-mail with workers, students, teachers, Student Advisory Committee members, and administrators at the school site, as well as vendors and District-level food service personnel
- Hire, supervise, direct, assign duties to, and evaluate employees and student workers in the cafeteria
- Develop work schedules to ensure best/most efficient and effective use of current staff
- Develop cleaning schedules to ensure all equipment is maintained to meet all District standards of sanitation and safety in compliance with local and state health standards
- Orient and train all workers so that employees remain current with all District rules, including: standards of dress, appearance and personal hygiene, and conduct
- Direct food preparation on time and in sufficient quantity
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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