Food Service Manager - Elementary (26-27 School Year)

Hampton City Schools is a prominent educational institution dedicated to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for students across Hampton, Virginia. The district is committed to providing high-quality educational opportunities and ensuring the well-being of its students, which includes offering nutritious and balanced meals through its comprehensive Food and Nutrition Services department. This department plays a critical role in supporting the district's mission by ensuring that all meals adhere to strict health and nutrition standards, designed to promote lifelong healthy habits among students. The Food and Nutrition Services team consistently strives to meet rigorous state and federal guidelines to maintain high standards of food safety, quality, and service. Their efforts are vital in creating an atmosphere where students can thrive physically and academically, supported by nutritious diets provided during school hours.

The role being advertised is for a Food Service Manager within the Food and Nutrition Services at Hampton City Schools. This full-time position is structured around a 10-month employment period, and the hiring range offers an hourly wage between $15.95 and $20.62. The position reports directly to the Director of Food and Nutrition Services and is designed to encompass a broad range of responsibilities focused on managing the day-to-day operations of food service within the school district. The Food Service Manager’s primary duties include planning, ordering, receiving, handling, preparing, cooking, storing, warming, and serving meals in strict compliance with the Food and Nutrition Policies and Procedures Manual, as well as applicable local and state health regulations.

Moreover, the Food Service Manager is responsible for comprehensive oversight of food flow and safety through adherence to HACCP procedures and the Virginia Department of Health standards, ensuring all operations conform to the highest sanitation and food safety regulations. The role also demands meticulous record-keeping of child nutrition paperwork, including inventories, production records, food orders, and financial documentation, thereby supporting effective budget and resource management. The manager plans and schedules work assignments effectively, maintaining mandated meal preparation labor hours and championing educational programs that encourage student participation and healthy eating habits. Additionally, this role involves supervising staff through training, performance evaluations, and performance improvement plans, fostering a professional work environment that emphasizes growth and accountability. Proficiency in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, is required to manage communication, documentation, and data. This position occasionally represents the school and department at community and parent meetings. Overall, this is a critical role that supports the district’s nutritional goals, directly impacting student health and wellbeing.