MANAGER II, OPERATIONS – NUTRITION SERVICES

The Operations Manager II supports the director of MPS Department of Nutrition Services with the daily operations for a multi-disciplinary, urban school nutrition department serving meals at all MPS school locations (150+ schools) to approximately 70,000 students. Primary responsibilities include oversight of assigned activities and supporting the director MPS Department of Nutrition Services with overall department operations when needed.

The salary range is $103,017 – 148,687 (12 months/260 days)

For further information or any questions, please call LaQuita Hoskin – Office of Human Resources at (414) 475-8224 or email at hoskinlr@milwaukee.k12.wi.us.

Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Thursday, September 4, 2025. A current resume must be attached to the completed Application. Additionally, ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming the required Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education. (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however official transcripts will be required upon hire).

• If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies. If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies.

If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted via email to submit three electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete. No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date. Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.

• Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited college or university in Operations, Business, Nutrition, Education, Technology or related field.
• experience in urban school food service a plus, but not required.
• Registered Dietician certification as plus, but not required.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive leadership, including five (5) years management experience in a large-scale organization ($10+ million).
• Project Management experience including leading and directing from development to implementation.
• Knowledge of matters related to local and state government is preferred.

Equivalent combinations of training, education and experience will be considered.

• Supervises assigned direct reports and, when needed, supervises kitchen staff through guidance, training and evaluation. Develops, empowers and leads people.
• Manages all aspects of non-USDA Program activities including catering, data analytics, donations, and nutrition educational activities.
• Participates in the development of the work plan for assigned areas including short and long-range planning, assigns work activities, projects and programs; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures. Supports the day-to-day functions of the Department of Nutrition Services school operations which may include communications & marketing, grants management, human resource management, technology development, kitchen management, purchasing functions and office management.
• Assists with the hiring and professional development of Department of Nutrition Services staff .
• Actively participates in establishing the operating procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the department’s operating functions, including identifying solutions to automate current manual processes.
• Provides assistance with the development and management of Nutrition’s $50+ million budget.
• Serves as an advisor to the Director of Nutrition Services and performs the role of the Director in the Director’s absence.
• Actively participates in the development and implementation of Department’s strategic plan, including quality enhancements of services.
• Actively supports the MPS Five Priorities for Success.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person’s sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all “final candidates” may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.