Districtwide Food Service Manager I- serving Squires Elementary School

Districtwide Food Service Manager I•serving Squires Elementary School Fayette County Public Schools

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•Lexington, Kentucky Job Details

Job ID:

5674135

Application Deadline:

May 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026 Job Description Fayette County Public Schools, KY JOB

DESCRIPTION

•Food Service Manager I To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description. Food Service Manager I

Job Class Code:

7212

Position Type:

Hourly

Job Type:

Classified Pay Grade•: G 04 (•salary calculations are based on verified education and related experience levels)

Reports To:

Superintendent's Designee

Supervises:

N/A

Work Calendar Name:

Food Service Managers Days in work calendar: 190 JOB SUMMARY Manage and coordinate the day-to-day food service operations of an assigned school site; assure compliance with District, State and federal requirements and laws regarding nutrition, sanitation, safety and record-keeping; select, assign, schedule, supervise, direct and evaluate assigned food service personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Manage, coordinate and oversee the day-to-day food service operations at an assigned school site; analyze effectiveness, assure compliance with District, State and federal laws, regulations and safety and sanitation procedures. Prepare menus, assuring compliance with regulations and requirements; estimate and order amount of food and supplies needed; monitor and control expenditures; maintain assigned budget. Select food service employees; direct, assign, schedule and evaluate food service personnel; conduct training sessions for new employees. Inspect lunchroom and kitchen area daily to assure compliance with health, safety and sanitation requirements and regulations. Plan work schedules and coordinate daily work for efficient use of labor; receive calls from employees and call substitutes as necessary. Train and assist employees in the proper handling of foods, correct use and care of equipment and in maintaining high standards of sanitation and safety. Maintain, prepare and review a variety of menu production records, inventories, logs and reports; accumulate data and input information into a computer as appropriate and file documents as necessary. Supervise and participate in food preparation and distribution to District students and staff; plan for catered events such as meetings, activities and parties; plan and coordinate food service operations with school activities to improve school and community relations and increase student participation. Communicate with students, staff, faculty, and outside organizations to exchange information, receive suggestions, and resolve issues related to food service. Participate in, schedule, and attend in-service meetings and workshops Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency. Performs other duties as assigned. Maintains regular attendance.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Meal production planning and scheduling. Applicable District, federal and State laws, rules and regulations related to food service. Quantity food preparation and food merchandising. Nutrition, sanitation and operation regulations and requirements. Use and care of institutional equipment and utensils. Procedures used in ordering, receiving, storing and inventorying food and supplies. Health and safety rules and regulations pertaining to food establishments, including sanitation and maintenance regulations. Budget preparation and control. Record-keeping techniques. Principles and practices of supervision and training. Oral and written communications skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Inventory methods and practices.

ABILITY TO

Plan well-balanced, nutritional and appetizing menus within a fixed budget. Train others in the preparation and serving of food in large quantities. Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Schedule, supervise and evaluate staff. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Meet schedules and timelines. Operate a computer terminal as required. Plan and organize work. Maintain records and prepare reports. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Work independently with little direction.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate Three years experience in food service operations.

Licenses or Certifications:

Valid Food Service Permit issued by the Department of Health; Must complete training course for certification of beginning school food service personnel as prescribed in 702 KAR 6:045.

Special Requirements:

N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking. Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing. Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations. Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching. Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 50 pounds.

Job Description Creation Date:

1/1999

Revision Dates:

7/2011 10/2024 The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Please see the salary schedule here. A Salary Estimator is available here

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$18.38 to $27.61 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required