School Nutrition Manager

Overview

General Purpose of the Job:
To inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Plan, supervise and coordinate the service of consistent quality foods for students and staff. Responsible for planning all aspects of the school food service operation that directly affects quality, safety, and sanitation of a school food service facility.

This includes compliance with health, safety, and USDA-Child Nutrition Program regulations. Develops a positive kitchen team that builds relationships with students, building staff and community members. Assists the Food and Nutrition Director with the development of new processes and the implementation of department continuous improvement plans.

• Participates in breakfast and lunch menu planning meetings so that menus are designed to maximize student and staff participation while ensuring all meals meet USDA nutritional requirements
• Plans entrée alternates to build participation and increase sales
• Plans and offers programs in addition to breakfast and lunch, including but not limited to:
  Fruit and Vegetable Grant, After School Snack Program, Dinner Program, Summer Programs, and Special Events
• Serves quality meals on time every day regardless of challenges with food, equipment, or staffing
• Determines and orders appropriate quantities of food and supplies from multiple vendors that are necessary for the efficient operation of the building meal program

• EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent. Minnesota State Food Manager License and Serve Safe Certification. School Nutrition Certification Level 1 (minimum)
• SKILLS: Interacting positively with all stakeholders;
  Leading and organizing;
  Forecasting accurately the necessary food and supplies;
  Overseeing and delegating a variety of tasks with time deadlines that are not flexible;
  Attending to detail and ability to maintain accurate records;
  Making quick, logical, and decisive decisions as daily challenges occur;
  Problem solving daily that generates timely and appropriate solutions;
  Building a team that is able to develop a positive relationship with students, staff, and community;
  Creating a safe and caring work environment where staff feel welcome and valued;
  Communicating effectively using good interpersonal skills;
  Utilizing technology that includes but is not limited to word processing, spreadsheets, online ordering systems, email;
  Problem solving and building positive relationships

• Job Type: Full-time (8hrs/day) with benefits, school year
• Salary: Per Contract
• Unit: School Nutrition

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Summer opportunities
• and more

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer. Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity.

For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HR or call .

Background Check Upon Conditional

Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 11:18:58 PM CST.

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