Child Nutrition Manager I

Position Type:
Ancillary/Child Nutrition

Date Posted:
8/20/2026

Location:
NORTH LOOP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL


Closing Date:
08/25/2026
Create and maintain an efficient food service program in an individual school under the direction and guidance of the school principal and the Director of Child Nutrition Services. Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as district policies, procedures, and regulations.

Essential Functions

1. Cooperate with campus principal, faculty, students, and staff to make the food service program an integral part of the total school program.
2. Work cooperatively with Health Department to ensure guidelines are being followed.
3. Operate the school's child nutrition program within established guidelines to ensure a cost-effective program of high integrity with effective accounting of money and inventory.
4. Monitor school for compliance with Texas Public Schools Nutrition Policies.
5. Maintain good public relations with customers (students), coworkers, supervisors, and the community.
6. Plan, prepare, and publicize appetizing and nutritious meals to increase participation in the school breakfast and National School Lunch Programs.
7. Research, develop, and implement staff development training for food service staff to improve the food service program.
8. Order food supplies and equipment according to established specifications and procedures.
9. Receive, store, handle, prepare, and serve food, ensuring an efficient inventory control system and utilizing safe food handling practices.
10. Direct, plan, and serve meals for special functions and community activities.
11. Maintain and account for all functions and community activities.
12. Train and assist personnel, assistant managers, cooks, and helpers in their responsibilities.
13. Oversee the location, maintenance, and use of all kitchen equipment and fire safety equipment.
14. Supervise assigned employees, oversee completion of duties, and maintain efficient documentation.
15. Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.

Other Responsibilities

1. Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
2. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support district/department goals.
3. Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required; possess current Food Handler's Card; three (3) years' experience in food service, one (1) year verifiable supervisory experience; ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions in English; willing to acquire and maintain a Food Service Management Certificate; ability to organize, delegate, instruct and train personnel. Effective organizational, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills required. Valid Texas/New Mexico driver's license/ID card; subject to the district's drug and alcohol screening policy and regulation; must be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier.


Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Have the ability to handle multiple tasks while working under pressure. Maintain emotional control under stress and frequent interruptions. Continual standing and walking; must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 50 pounds; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing (ladder); moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Ancillary Level 107
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Required Documents:
The following are the required documents that must be submitted in order to be considered for an interview. You may attach the documents to your application or bring them into the YISD Central Office located at 9600 Sims Dr., El Paso, TX 79925. For more information, please contact the HR Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

• Valid Texas Drivers License or Identification Card
• Current Food Handlers card
• High School Diploma/GED