Ensures the efficient operation of the school cafeteria; supervises staff; orders foods and supplies; oversees food planning, preparation and service; supervises point-of-sale terminal operation and financial reporting, and performs related work as required. May provide food services for one or more satellite site/ sites and/or operates a cluster school/ schools or a high volume location.  Ensures compliance with all applicable District and Board policies and procedures and State, Federal regulations.

1. Supervises staff, establishing standards, and effectively selects, trains, assigns, and motivates, to ensure targets and goals are met. Facilitates professional development and serves as coach and mentor. Counsels and disciplines employees.
2.  Manages daily food service activities and operations, including but not limited to the preparation and service of student and staff meals.
3.  Submits reports and maintains records as required.
4.  Instructs employees in regulations and procedures and conducts continuous on-the-job training for food service personnel.
5.  Manages the preparation of food within an established production system following standardized recipes, preparation and service methods, food handling techniques, and equipment use and care guidelines.
6. Performs duties of subordinates as necessary during staff shortages or special events.  
7.  Attends training, meetings and workshops as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.
8.  Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Requires High School diploma or GED; Plus, two (2) years of experience in institutional food service and experience in food service supervision; must obtain ServSafe certification or Completion of the Tennessee Department of Education  - Food Safety and Schools Certificate Program) within one year. Upon successful completion of one year with ServSafe certification incumbent promotes from trainee to Supervisor School Nutrition. (PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED).