Cafeteria Manager

Barton Junior High; El Dorado (AR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

El Dorado Public Schools Barton Junior High in El Dorado, Arkansas seeks a Cafeteria Manager to direct kitchen staff, ensure food safety, and manage daily operations for a 190-day district program. The role runs 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM, with non-exempt status and hourly pay.

Reports to the Child Nutrition Director and Principal, with wage between $14.37 and $18.87 per hour. Qualifications include a high school diploma; Manager’s Certification preferred; strong customer service, supervision, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Manager’s Certification preferred.
• Experience in a food service or kitchen environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction to kitchen staff, ensuring execution of all employee duties.
• Monitors kitchen operations to ensure compliance with Arkansas health department regulations and food safety regulations.
• Ensures utilization of daily prep sheets.
• Participates in the monthly inventory process.
• Anticipates, identifies, and corrects inventory, systems, and staffing issues.

Skills

Customer service

People management

Planning

Multi-tasking

Self-motivation

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma

Manager’s Certification

Job description

Cafeteria Manager

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5928902


• Application Deadline: Posted until filled


• Posted: Sep 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)


• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Kitchen Manager Job Description

Reports to : Child Nutrition Director, Principal

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Length of Contract: 190 Days

Hours: 6:30 AM - 2:00 PM (7 HRS/DAY)

Salary: $14.37/hr - $18.87/hr

Primary Purpose:

• Provides direction to kitchen staff, ensuring execution of all employee duties.


• Monitors kitchen operations to ensure compliance with Arkansas health department regulations and food safety regulations.


• Ensures utilization of daily prep sheets


• Participates in the monthly inventory process.


• Anticipates, identifies, and corrects any issues with inventory, systems, and staffing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/ Certification:

• High School Diploma (Required)


• Manager’s Certification (Preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Customer service


• People management, fostering teamwork, and giving feedback


• Planning and multi-tasking


• Self-motivated with a high energy level
  
• Conflict resolution


• Verbal communication

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time


• Lift and carry for short distances up to 50 lbs in a kitchen setting


• Reach and lower items in a kitchen setting


• Stoop, kneel, bend


• Must be able to safely, physically operate the kitchen equipment.

Non Discrimination Statement: https://www.usda.gov/non-discrimination-statement

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.37 to $18.87 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required