Cafeteria Manager - Child Nutrition - 2025-2026 School Year

Primary Purpose:         

Oversee the implementation and compliance of the Child Nutrition Program at the campus level under the direction of the Director of Child Nutrition, Assistant Director and/or assigned Field Supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education/Certification:    

High school diploma or equivalent.  Must hold and maintain a valid Food Handler’s Manager Certificate from ServSafe or another accredited source. Completion of the TISD PLATEFUL Manager Training and TASN certified or actively seeking certification, preferred.

Minimum Experience:

Two years experience with Tomball ISD as a production specialist and/or assistant manager, or equivalent experience with another school food service establishment/food service establishment.

Special Knowledge and Skills:

Have a working knowledge of the school food service environment.  Able to work without direct supervision and demonstrate strong organizational skills.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Maintain department standards for quality food products, sanitation, and conduct monthly training.
2. Assume an active role in increasing student participation in the Child Nutrition Program by encouraging student-planned menus and supporting other projects and promotions developed by the department.
3. Order food and supplies properly.
4. Correctly receive and verify the receipt of all food and supplies.
5. Demonstrate a desire for professional growth in all Child Nutrition areas by attending meetings, seminars, and classes.
6. Supervise the storage of all food supplies and maintain reasonable inventory levels.
7. Supervise all food preparation and service for quality and quantity.
8. Maintain acceptable food/supplies cost.
9. Assure that approved food handling and sanitation procedures are followed.
10. Follow the meal pattern requirements.
11. Ensure that menus are prepared and served as posted.
12. Prepare and post a work schedule.
13. Turn in all reports, orders, and invoices when due.
14. Keep accurate Food Production Records.
15. Audit the cashier and oversee deposits and record keeping for accuracy.
16. Maintain accurate and up to date perpetual and physical inventories.
17. Maintain acceptable meals per man hour and labor cost.
18. Follow and communicate all policies and procedures to Child Nutrition staff and school administrators.
19. Train staff effectively.
20. Evaluate assigned personnel and maintain accurate, accessible records.
21. Document misconduct on the Staff Conference Form and communicate counseling needs to Supervisor and/or Assistant Director/Director.
22. Monitor personal hygiene and appearance of all staff.
23. Seek ways to improve skills needed for the job.
24. Attend Manager in-service and monthly meetings on time.
25. Report all accidents as per proper department procedure and follow-up to ensure accidents do not reoccur.
26. Respond immediately to Health Department inspections.
27. Responsible for proper use and care of equipment and reports maintenance problems promptly.
28. Demonstrate computer skills by use of Child Nutrition software and hardware.
29. Participate in all Child Nutrition promotions.
30. Exhibit courteous and professional behavior toward school staff, students, visitors, and co-workers.
31. Good attendance, punctual, and dependable.
32. Demonstrate good problem-solving skills.
33. Exhibit proper personal appearance and hygiene.

Working Conditions:          

Must be able to lift 25 lbs without assistance and on occasion repetitively. 

Work in a fast-paced environment, and stand for extended periods of time

Moderate exposure to extreme temperature changes

Physical demands will include walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, some stooping, bending, and twisting

Equipment Used:

Use of large and small commercial kitchen equipment including electric slicer, mixer, pressure and convection steamer, convection oven, dish machine, food processor, and sharp/serrated cutting tools.   

Wage/Hour Status:  Non-Exempt

Pay Grade:  Auxiliary 4

Days: 186

Reports to:  Assigned Area Supervisor and Director of Child Nutrition