2026-2027 Manager in Training, Nutrition

Alief Independent School District

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$2,026–$2,027
SKILLS
American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Cook Dishes, Dietary Management, Emergency Procedures, Environmental Work, Food Quality, Food Services, Heavy Lifting, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Mathematics, Nutrition, Office Equipment, Operations Management, PC (Personal Computer) Systems, Peripheral Hardware, Physical Demands, Policy Evaluation, Purchasing/Procurement, Restaurant, Safety Standards, Sanitation, Staff Training, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

2026-2027 Manager in Training Nutrition Department

Internal employees must use the internal link to login & apply. httpsaisd.schoolspring.com/internaljobsettings

Primary Purpose To gain experience and demonstrate the required level for competence &ldquomeet standards” of primary tasks required of a manager.

Qualifications

Education

  • High school diploma or GED required.

Certification and Experience

  • Option 1:
  • One 1 year permanent employment in Nutrition Alief ISD.
  • Served as Satellite Cashier five 5 months successfully.
  • Recommendation from manager and supervisor.
  • Food Service Manager&rsquos Certification State of Texas or ANSI accredited.
  • Option 2:
  • High School diploma or GED required.
  • Demonstrate competency as a Satellite Cashier before progressing to the MIT program depending on previous experience.
  • Five 5 years food service experience with at least two 2 years in management.
  • State of Texas or ANSI accredited preferred.
  • OR Bachelor&rsquos Degree in Nutrition Restaurant Management or a related field.
  • Recent experience in high volume feeding with at least two 2 years in management from accredited institution with State of Texas or ANSI accredited school food service management preferred.

Special Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Good personal appearance and cleanliness and being computer literate.
  • Basic math skills – computation in addition, multiplication, and fractions.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

  • Assume responsibilities assigned by the manager for daily operation of facility.
  • Complete the MIT Program within three 3 months. MIT must successfully complete program to be considered for a position in management.
  • Will be responsible for certain aspects of Total food preparation, food preparation for satellite kitchens, purchasing, line service, and cashiering.
  • Federal Breakfast/Lunch Program safety, sanitation, equipment, personnel, and personnel training, and special functions.
  • Maintain the highest standards of safety, sanitation, and food quality.
  • Follow district and departmental policies and procedures as outlined in employee handbook.
  • Work in various locations throughout training as needed.

Other

  • Must obtain minimum required annual Professional Standard training hours per USDA regulations.
  • Must attend required training in-service and work related activities.
  • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
  • Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
  • Perform other duties assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities None

Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board&rsquos policy on evaluation of Manual Trades - Nutrition Personnel.

Mental Demands Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands

  • Posture: Occasional sitting, frequent bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting, frequently standing, walking, reaching, wrist turning, grasping, and finger manipulating, and squatting, and must be able to use a step ladder, sweep, mop, and clean equipment.
  • Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse, frequent reaching.
  • Vision and Hearing: Moderate to Maximum.
  • Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying up to 15 pounds. May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying 15-45 pounds; if over 20 pounds must use cart and ask for assistance.

Environmental Factors May work prolonged or irregular hours inside, 95% occasional districtwide travel, frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures (-10o to 130o F) and may work in various weather conditions.

Tools/Equipment Used Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals, district vehicle, and large & small kitchen equipment.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description. This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

Pay Grade: MT05 Salary Range:

  • Min: 18.01
  • Mid: 21.48
  • Max: 24.97 Days: 190 Days Schedule: 2025-2026 Salary Schedule Note: 2026-2027 Salary Schedule is pending school board approval.

Internal employees must use the internal link to login & apply. httpsaisd.schoolspring.com/internaljobsettings

About the Company

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Alief Independent School District