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Food Service Program Manager Summary: Plans, organizes and coordinates all phases of food service operations, in accordance with federal policies and regulations. Essential Functions/Typical Tasks:

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How much do summer food service program jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer food service program in Virginia is $16.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.28 and $17.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer Food Service Program vs Summer Camp Counselor?

AspectSummer Food Service ProgramSummer Camp Counselor
Primary FocusProviding nutritious meals to children during summerSupervising and engaging children in camp activities
Required CredentialsFood safety certifications, sometimes basic food handler permitsFirst aid/CPR certification often preferred, background checks
Work EnvironmentSchools, community centers, outdoor meal sitesCampgrounds, recreational facilities, outdoor settings
Employer & Industry UsageSchool districts, government programsSummer camps, recreational organizations

The Summer Food Service Program primarily focuses on providing nutritious meals to children in summer settings, requiring food safety certifications. In contrast, Summer Camp Counselors supervise children and facilitate activities, often needing first aid/CPR certification. While both roles serve children during summer, their responsibilities, credentials, and work environments differ significantly.

Infographic showing various Summer Food Service Program job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,456 per year, or $16.1 per hour.

Food Service Program Manager

Fairfax, VA โ€ข On-site

SGI Global
Police Protectionย โ€ขย 501 - 1,000 employees

Full-time, Contractor

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Key responsibilities

  • Oversee all food service programs to ensure nutritional, high quality meals are provided at an affordable price.

  • Supervise food service managers and staff, handle job performance and disciplinary issues, and conduct interviews for food service positions.

  • Develop reports, monitor record-keeping for income, food, labor, supplies, and equipment, and oversee the preparation of reports for federal reimbursement.


Job description

Food Service Program Manager

Summary:

Plans, organizes and coordinates all phases of food service operations, in accordance with federal policies and regulations.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks:

  • Oversee all food service programs to ensure that nutritional, high quality meals are made available at an affordable priceโ€ข Supervise managers food services, and administrative handle food services staff job performance and disciplinary issues
  • Interview candidates for food service positions and make recommendations for hiringโ€ข Develop reporting templates prepare necessary reports as required under the contract
  • Ensure accurate accountability and record-keeping for the management and control of income, food, labor, supplies and equipmentโ€ข Oversee the preparation of all reports for federal reimbursement
  • Supervise the receipt, storage and utilization of food, equipment and supplies โ€ข Establish short and long range food service program goalsโ€ข Assist mobile unites in the performance of administrative reviews of the food service program, conduct reviews and supervise reviewsโ€ข Develop, implement and monitor policies, regulations and standard operating procedures relating to food servicesโ€ข Plan and develop the food service budgetโ€ข Perform financial management functions: review and analyze profit/loss statements; approve and coordinate all food and equipment purchasesโ€ข Prepare, evaluate and coordinate bid proposals for food and equipmentโ€ข Provide in-service training for food services staffโ€ข Prepare and publish centralized menus and production sheets for lunch and breakfastโ€ข Review and coordinate work orders
  • Review and coordinate terms of the federal contractโ€ข Establish food safety procedures to ensure that food is prepared and served in a sanitary & safe environmentโ€ข Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Operations that are applicable to this position and in accordance with SGI policies, regulations and procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises MFSU Managers, Kitchen Managers and all food service under the contract, and

Qualifications/Education And Experience:

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent educational experience, with academic major in specific areas (see last paragraph below in this section for specific areas);ORAssociate's degree or equivalent educational experience, with academic major in specific areas, and at least 2 years of relevant managerial food service programs experience (see last paragraph below in this section for specific areas).

Certificates, License, Registrations:

Food Services Manager Certificate preferred; valid driver's license

Travel:

This position is required to travel

Workday:

Full time / Minimum 120 Day Contract

SGI Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.