Cafeteria Manager

Sheely Farms Elementary; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tolleson Elementary School District in the Phoenix area is seeking a Cafeteria Manager to oversee daily school nutrition operations. This 10-month classified hourly role leads the cafeteria team, manages food production, inventory, and service, and ensures compliance with health and safety standards.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating with departments, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience with electronic food production records, inventory management systems, and point-of-sale software in child nutrition operations.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to interpret printed recipes and follow guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate Child Nutrition Associates to ensure compliance with food prep, service, and safety standards.
• Oversee food ordering, receiving, storing, handling, preparation, and service.
• Plan work schedules, assign tasks, and train staff.
• Maintain records for personnel, finances, inventory, and food-related purchases.
• Ensure compliance with food service standards and safety rules.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

MS Office

Communication skills

Recipe interpretation

Cooking environment familiarity

Tools

Serv Safe Certification

Identity verification

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Cafeteria Manager

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This job is also posted in Tolleson Elementary School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5935554

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE: Cafeteria Manager

QUALIFICATIONS: (R) if required or (P) if preferred

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) (P)
• 5+ years of experience with electronic food production records, inventory management systems, and point-of-sale software in child nutrition operations (R)
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) (R)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with team members and across departments (R)
• Ability to accurately interpret and follow printed recipes and guidelines (R)
• SERV Safe Certification (R)
• Identity Verified Prints Clearance Card (R)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (R)

*Such alternatives to the above as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO: Director of Child Nutrition Services and the Executive Director of Business Services

JOB GOAL: The Child Nutrition Manager oversees daily cafeteria operations, ensuring nutritious meals are prepared and served in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This position supervises staff, manages food production and service, maintains inventory, and ensures adherence to health and safety standards. The manager promotes student wellness by fostering a positive Cafeteria experience, maintaining food quality, and delivering excellent customer service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITES:

• Supervise and evaluate Child Nutrition Associates to ensure compliance with food preparation, service, and safety standards
• Oversee food ordering, receiving, storing, handling, preparation, and service in accordance with established standards
• Verify cost, quantity, and quality of received items
• Plan work schedules, assign tasks, and train staff
• Maintain accurate records for personnel, finances, inventory, and food-related purchases
• Ensure compliance with food service uniform and grooming standards, setting an example for safety and effective practices
• Create a welcoming cafeteria environment that encourages participation, ensures cleanliness, and fosters staff development
• Report equipment malfunctions for repairs or replacements
• Attend training sessions and workshops to stay updated on industry standards
• Evaluate employee performance and provide feedback
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently in a busy, multitasking environment
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in meal counts, record-keeping, and inventory
• Capable of making sound decisions independently and solving problems quickly
• Effective communication and leadership skills to manage staff and interact positively with students and coworkers
• Perform other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting supplies and equipment
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and use hand tools
• Work in a noisy, high-energy environment with large groups of children

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast-paced school cafeteria environment with exposure to heat, noise, and food preparation equipment
• Occasional exposure to cleaning chemicals, sharp tools, and stressful situations during peak mealtimes
• Frequent interaction with students, staff, and school community

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a 10-month classified hourly position. Salary is based upon the Classified Hourly Placement Schedule as established by the Governing Board. Employee benefits in accordance with Board policies.

EVALUATION:

This job's performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policy on personnel evaluation.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Joanne Fimbres , Executive Director of Business
• Tolleson Elementary District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]