Food Service Assistant Manager - 6 hours/day

Release Date: August 24, 2026     Application Deadline: September 7, 2026 

Requisition: 12452

Current benefited staff of SMCPS who submit a timely application and meet the minimum qualifications for the position shall be granted an interview and shall be considered to fill the vacancy prior to external applicants being considered.  Questions regarding your application and/or candidacy should be directed to the Department of Human Resources.

Position: Food Service Assistant Manager - 6 hours/day

Location: Site to be Determined

Salary: The salary for this position will be based on EASMC-ESP salary schedule for ten-month six-hour food service employees – Range 5. ($20,686-$31,286)

Effective: September 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Qualified applicants, including current employees of St. Mary's County Public Schools, must complete a TalentEd online application. In addition to the online application, any supporting documentation (unofficial transcript and/or copy of the certification, where applicable) must be scanned and uploaded to the TalentEd application. The online application and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications, including information about the applicant’s background, experience, and professional qualifications. Failure to submit all required documentation will result in your application being considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the selection committee for review. All online applications must be completed no later than September 7, 2026. Following a screening of credentials, interviews will be scheduled. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions. (301-475-5511, ext. 32187) 

NATURE OF WORK:

This position is within the Department of Food and Nutrition Services for St. Mary's County Public Schools.  Food Service. Assistant Managers perform a variety of tasks related to food production and food service in a fast-paced environment under the direction of the food service manager. Assists manager with daily production and service of breakfast, lunch, after school snack and supper meals as part of the National School Lunch Program. The work requires a substantial amount of physical dexterity, can be repetitive, and requires prolonged standing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members
• Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks
• Ability to report to work daily and on time
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions
• Possess effective organizational skills
• Possess basic math and computer skills
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift approximately 50 pounds, and withstand hot temperatures 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows and enforces established departmental policies and procedures in the operation of a school cafeteria
• Assists the cafeteria manager to meet special requirements for early dismissal days, delayed openings of school, field trips, and other adjustments to meal schedules that are needed to meet the feeding requirements of the student population
• Prepares food as specified on menus, assuring standardized recipes and portion controls are followed
• Checks and records temperatures of food in the daily temperature logs and ensures food is maintained at the appropriate temperatures
• Assists manager with placing orders in the correct quantities for food and other kitchen supplies
• Assists manager with receiving and storing food and supplies in accordance with established policies
• Assists manager with financial and inventory records
• Serves food on the line - Sets up and serves food items
• Operates a computerized point of sale system
• Operates a dishwasher
• Washes pots and pans in a three-compartmented sink
• Cleans and sanitizes food service equipment and associated spaces
• Maintains high quality food preparation and the highest caliber of customer service
• Works effectively with others as part of a team
• Participates in promotions of new food items and nutrition education activities
• Fills in for the manager when needed
• Performs other related and non-related job duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• One (1) year of food service experience
• Must possess a valid and current ServeSafe certification or obtain certification within three (3) months of hire
• Must be physically able to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Preferred:

• Currently employed as a 4-hour or 6-hour food service worker with the St. Mary’s County Public Schools Department of Food and Nutrition

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

Full-time ten-month position.

SALARY GRADE RANGE: The salary for this position will be based on EASMC-ESP salary schedule for ten-month six-hour food service employees – Range 5

BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY:  EASMC-ESP

Updated 07.2024, 5.2025

Salary : $20,686 - $31,286