School Food Services Manager I, II, III - Moanalua High

The Hawaii State Department of Education is a comprehensive public education system dedicated to providing quality education to students across the islands of Hawaii. As the largest educational agency in the state, it operates numerous schools ranging from elementary to high schools, serving a diverse student population with an emphasis on academic excellence, equitable access, and holistic development. The Department of Education also supports its schools through various branches, one of which is the School Food Service Branch responsible for ensuring nutritious, balanced, and compliant meal programs for students throughout the school year. The Department is committed to upholding regulations and standards that promote the health and well-being of students and offers stable employment with competitive salary ranges and benefits.

This job opening is for the position of School Food Services Manager, with hiring flexibility from Manager I through Manager III level depending on qualifications and experience. The role primarily involves managing daily food service operations at a school, overseeing the preparation and distribution of meals that meet USDA nutritional guidelines, supervising food service employees, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards. This position requires collaboration with school principals and the School Food Service Branch to promote efficient service delivery, maintain high standards of quality and safety, and implement proper food handling practices. Responsibilities include planning menus, ordering and inventory management, cost control, staff training, and facility upkeep. This role requires individuals with supervisory aptitude and skills in managing quantity cooking operations in institutional settings like schools, catering to large-scale meal production. Interested candidates can expect a competitive salary ranging from approximately $5,522 to $6,261 per month, depending on the specific managerial level, and the potential for promotion based on performance and experience.

The School Food Services Manager will play an essential role in contributing to student health and nutrition through effective food service leadership. The position combines administrative duties, fiscal management, staff supervision, and operational oversight in a dynamic school environment. Candidates must have a background in quantity cooking, menu planning, food safety, purchasing, and fiscal recordkeeping. The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience or education in food service management and strong organizational and interpersonal skills required to supervise teams and maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, including those pertaining to USDA meal patterns. This is a full-time, school-year position that includes benefits and opportunities for professional growth within the Hawaii State Department of Education's supportive framework.