Nutrition Services Elementary Manager - Sunrise Park

Nutrition Services Elementary Manager - Sunrise Park JobID: 9640

• Date Posted: 10/13/2026
• Location: District Center/District Wide, White Bear Lake, MN

Salary Range: Starting at$26.17 per hour, with an additional $1.05 per hour with Level 4 School Nutrition Association Certification

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Schedule: 7 hours per day. 7:00 am - 2:00 pm, approximately 220 days per year, including summer months based on annual calendar.

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Location: Sunrise Park; including on-site meal service to Early Childhood and Transition Education Center. During the summer months, this position may work at other locations as assigned.

Closing Date: 10/19/2026 - Candidates will be reviewed upon submission, with selection starting no sooner than five days following the posting.

Position Summary

Performs intermediate technical work preparing food, maintaining food preparation and usage records, ordering and maintaining food levels, accepting and processing food payments and deliveries, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Assistant Director ofNutrition Servicesand the Building Principal. Departmental oversight is exercised over all personnel within the department

Essential Functions

• Coordinates, monitors, oversees and participates as required in the work of other employees engaged in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food
• Ensures that foodstuffs are cooked in quantities according to menus, good dietary principles, and number of persons served
• Prepares and maintains menu, special diet meals,and other various records, including joint agreement and vended meals
• Inspects kitchen equipment, storeroom, food, and employees to maintain proper sanitation and operation
• Instructs and trainsother employees in the operation of equipment and utensils, and in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food in accordance with good dietary principles and food service methodology
• Oversees and coordinates the cleaning and maintenance of culinary utensils, equipment, and working areas
• Ensures compliance with state and federal requirements and policies
• Keeps accurate records of temperatures, staff scheduling, online payments, inventory, cash payments, lunch counts, and milk usage
• Completes food ordersonline from vendors and the district warehouse
• Tracks and approves timesheets
• Orders and receives materials and supplies for food preparation and clean up
• Prepares and maintains safety data sheets
• Prepares the kitchen, equipment, and supplies for the end-of-year closing or summer maintenance
• Provides customer service to students, staff, parents, extended day, visitors, and the general public
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and /or Experience

High school diploma or GED and moderate experience working in a food service role

Special Requirements

• School Nutrition Association Level IVCertification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire
• MN Certified Food Protection Manager required within six (6) monthsof hire

Perks of working with us include

• Ideal hours - no nights, weekends, summers, or holidays!
• Connecting with your community by serving neighborhood kids!
• Interacting with students during one of theirfavorite parts of the day!
• Making new friends in an exciting, team setting!
• Paid training opportunities!
• Paid holidays and personal time off!
• Complimentary meals!
• Most importantly - have FUN while making a difference in students' lives!

Mission

The mission of WBLAS Nutrition Services, an exceptional team vital to our district dedicated to the nutritional needs of our students, is to ensure nutritionally enticing meals in a safe and welcoming environment that acknowledges and values each student through a system distinguished by:

• Sustainable and locally sourced foods
• Innovative equipment and technology
• Knowledgeable staff; and
• Students with life-long healthy eatinghabits

Food Safety

• The Nutrition Services team values high standards, attention to detail, and the health and well-being of our students
  • Food safety is our most important priority; ensuring that every meal is served safe, wholesome and with care
  • All employees are required to take a sanitation course upon hire and at least every 3 years
• Uniform guidelines include:
  • No jewelry or artificial eyelashes
  • No false nails or nail polish
  • Non-slip, leather shoes
  • Black pants, no denim or leggings
  • WBLAS Nutrition Services uniform tops
  • Pro-rated uniform allowance of up to $200 annually

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