Culinary Services Manager

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 :

• 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.
• 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.
• 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 :