Kitchen Manager - Prairie Rose Elementary

Bismarck Public Schools

Prairie Rose Elementary School - Bismarck, North Dakota This job is also posted in Bismarck Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID:

5918324

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Bismarck Public Schools is accepting applications for a Child Nutrition Manager at Prairie Rose Elementary School.

This position works 7 hours per day and follows the school calendar. Purpose Statement

The Child Nutrition Manager I Elementary oversees food service activities at assigned locations, ensuring proper food preparation, compliance with health standards, and efficient operations.

Supervisory Relationship

Reports to: Child Nutrition Program Director

Essential Functions

Sanitation and Safety:

Clean utensils, equipment, and food preparation areas to maintain sanitary conditions and comply with health standards.

Food Preparation:

Estimate food amounts, adjust recipes as needed, and evaluate prepared food for flavor, appearance, and temperature to meet meal requirements.

Menu Implementation:

Implement menu plans to meet students' daily nutritional requirements.

Inventory Management:

Inspect and inventory food, condiments, supplies, and equipment to ensure availability and compliance with health standards.

Site Management:

Manage site operations, including supervising personnel, evaluating menus, monitoring meal accounts, and ensuring efficient food services.

Monitoring:

Oversee kitchen equipment, staff assignments, and food service operations to maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary environment.

Ordering:

Order food, equipment, and supplies to maintain inventory and support operations within budget guidelines.

Preparation Oversight:

Oversee the preparation, cooking, serving, and transportation of food to ensure compliance with nutritional and health standards.

Documentation:

Prepare and maintain records, such as meal program records and reconciliation reports, to provide written support and convey information.

Professional Development:

Participate in unit meetings, in-service training, and workshops to gather information and improve job performance.

Customer Service:

Respond to inquiries from students, staff, and the public to provide information about food items and food service policies.

Team Support:

Perform functions of other nutritional services positions as needed to ensure adequate staff coverage.

Supervision:

Supervise, orient, train, and evaluate food service workers to maximize workforce efficiency.

Adhere to

School Policies:

Follow school policies and procedures.

Attendance:

This position requires prompt and consistent attendance.

Perform Other Duties:

Undertake additional tasks as assigned to support the effective operation of the work unit.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum Qualifications
• Skills
• Adherence to safety practices.
• Planning and managing projects.
• Proficiency in operating standard office and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Using pertinent software applications.
• Knowledge
• Basic math, including fractions, percentages, and ratios.
• Safety and sanitation practices.
• Food preparation and handling.
• Abilities
• Schedule activities and manage time effectively.
• Work flexibly with diverse individuals and handle interruptions.
• Set priorities and work as part of a team.
• Communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Responsibility
• Work under direct supervision using standardized routines. Lead, guide, and coordinate others. Operate within a defined budget. Utilize resources from other work units as needed.
• Work Environment

Significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. Some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, 5% sitting, 45% walking, and 50% standing. Exposure to temperature extremes and some risk of injury or illness.

Experience

Job-related experience required

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Required Testing

Post Offer Physical Exam

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Salary Grade

SJ

Position Type:

Part-Time

Salary:

$21.47 to $21.47 Per Hour