Cafeteria Manager and Nutritionist

We are seeking a passionate School Nutritionist and Cafeteria Manager to promote and maintain the health and nutritional well-being of our students. As a School Nutritionist, you will be responsible for ensuring that our students have access to healthy, balanced meals, and nutrition education.

About the Role : The School Nutritionist will play a crucial role in designing and implementing nutrition programs that cater to the needs of students while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities :

Nutrition & Menu Planning

Design age-appropriate, balanced menus aligned with child nutrition standards.

Incorporate local, seasonal, and healthy food options.

Conduct nutrition awareness programs for students, parents, and staff.

Regularly review menus based on feedback to ensure meal variety, appeal, and satisfaction.

Cafeteria Operations Management

Oversee day-to-day cafeteria operations including food preparation, quality control, and service.

Maintain the highest standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety.

Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the kitchen team.

Monitor meal service efficiency to minimize wait times and enhance student satisfaction.

Health, Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and FSSAI regulations.

Conduct periodic hygiene and safety audits, implementing corrective measures where needed.

Ensure allergy and dietary restrictions are documented, monitored, and adhered to.

Team & Vendor Management

Supervise and guide cafeteria staff, including chefs, servers, and support personnel.

Conduct training on nutrition, hygiene, safety, and customer service.

Manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, and ensure consistent quality of supplies.

Administration, Feedback & Reporting

Monitor cafeteria budgets, expenses, and ensure cost-effective operations.

Maintain accurate records of menu cycles, inventory, audits, and food safety logs.

Conduct regular student and staff satisfaction surveys to measure meal quality and service standards.

Establish mechanisms to track, resolve, and reduce food-related complaints.

Provide monthly operational and feedback reports to school leadership.

Support special school events with customized food and beverage arrangements.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.

Strong understanding of child and adolescent nutrition.