High School Food Service Manager

Job Title: Child Nutrition High School Manager                    Job Type:  Auxiliary                               
Dept./School:   SS High School Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Reports To:    Child Nutrition Manager Pay Grade: M4 ($18.00 - $25.22)(DOE)
Grade(s) Level:  9th – 12th Days/Dates:  182 (SY 2026-2027)
 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
 

The Child Nutrition Manager is responsible for planning, managing, monitoring, supervising, and providing assistance in the provisioning, operation, and functions of the school food service facility (cafeteria) with staff serving breakfast and lunch with additional ala carte sales. Meet time constraints set by the school menu requirements established by the Central Office and meet health codes promulgated by city and state agencies.
 

QUALIFICATIONS:
 

Education/Certification:

• Food Managers Certificate
• Valid Texas driver's license with driving record that meets District requirements

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of the preparation, cooking, and serving of food in large quantities
• General knowledge of food quality and values 
• Some knowledge of special dietary requirements 
• General knowledge of the practices used in receiving and storing food in large quantities
• General knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety measures used in food handling and in operation, cleaning, and care of utensils, equipment, and the work area 
• General knowledge of the free and reduced lunch program available for students and the ability to  be sensitive to the needs of the students who qualify for assistance 
• General knowledge of financial management, recording, and receipting 
• Ability to supervise the work of others 
• Ability to prepare reports 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students, and  school staff 
• Ability to maintain emotional control 
• Ability to work with others in a close, fast-paced environment 
• Ability to address customers and staff in a pleasant, courteous manner 
• Ability to be organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and correctly  complete reports and documents promptly 

Experience:

• High School diploma or GED 
• Must have completed the manager training class and successfully performed  responsibilities while training as an on-the-job manager 
• Considerable experience in school food services or other food services 
• Relevant training in Nutrition, Operations, Administration and Communications and Marketing  per the USDA Professional Standards 
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge,  skills, and abilities
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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Plan, coordinated, assigned, oversaw, and participated as required in the preparation, cooking, and  serving of food 
2. Prepare and maintain necessary records and files 
3. Identify problems and suggest changes regarding methods and procedures 
4. Open kitchen set up equipment, and prepare cafeteria for serving 
5. Train personnel in operational procedures 
6. Maintain accurate food service records 
7. Maintain consistency in food preparation and service to students and school employees
8. Prepare equipment for food preparation and monitor refrigeration equipment
9. Order cafeteria supplies and prepare food orders as needed 
10. Prepare food as needed 
11. Prepare USDA inventory and production records
12. Set up monies for cash registers 
13. Count and balance cash received, prepare deposit slips, and deposit monies in the bank
14. Prepare work details for the next day; secure kitchen for the next day and when not in use
15. Supervise cleaning and sanitizing of eating utensils, counters and equipment
16. Compile reports, bills, deposit slips, and cash register reports 
17. Receive, check, and sign for food delivered to school 
18. Prepare work schedule and keep worker time sheets 
19. Prepare food production reports 
20. Prepare roster sheets 
21. Coordinate efforts with school staff, faculty, and support personnel that include delivery,  maintenance, security, custodial activities 
22. Collaborate with administration and school Test Coordinator regarding meal service schedule  during end-of-course and end-of-year assessments; prepare bag lunches for students as necessary
23. Attend required meetings 
24. Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or the Director of Child Nutrition 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cafeteria employees

 
EQUIPMENT USED:
 

Uses large and small kitchen equipment to include electric, slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, sharp cutting tools, ovens, dishwashers; food and utility carts.

 
WORKING CONDITIONS:
 
Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress.                                                                
 

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Stand, walk, push, and pull; lift and carry, some stooping, bending and kneeling.  Limited exposure to extreme hot and/or cold temperatures.

Salary : $18 - $25