Cafeteria Manager (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education

Lytle (TX)

On-site

USD 22,633 - 31,891

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Lytle, Texas, is looking for a Full-Time Food Service Manager to provide on-site leadership in child nutrition operations. Responsibilities include ensuring food preparation and serving conforms to safety standards and fulfilling menu requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, CFM certification, and experience in institutional food service operations. Position offers a salary range of $16.43 to $23.15 per hour.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Certified Food Manager (CFM) certification required.
____ years experience in institutional food service operations.

Responsibilities

Oversee campus child nutrition operations.
Ensure food is prepared and served according to menu specifications.
Train staff on food safety practices.

Skills

Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and appliances used in food preparation

Knowledge of food handler safety

Ability to manage personnel

Effective organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Food Manager (CFM)

Tools

Standard kitchen equipment

Electric slicer

Pressure steamer

Deep-fat fryer

Job description

Job ID: 5783285

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Lytle Lytle Child Nutrition - Lytle, Texas

Primary Purpose:

Responsible for on-site leadership of campus child nutrition operations. Ensure appropriate quantities of food are prepared and served. Meet time constraints set by menu requirements established by Central Office administration. Ensure all operations follow safe food handling standards.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED
Certified Food Manager (CFM)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and appliances used in food preparation
Knowledge of food handler safety
Ability to manage personnel
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

____ years experience in institutional food service operations

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Cafeteria Management and Food Preparation

Develop work schedules, assign work to campus child nutrition workers, and oversee completion of duties.
Maintain all serving schedules and serve all food items according to menu specifications defined by departmental policies and procedures.
Work cooperatively with campus principal to accommodate temporary schedule changes, special serving requirements and to resolve personnel problems.

Safety and Sanitation

Ensure food is produced safely and is of high quality according to policies, procedures, and department requirements. Store and handle food items and supplies safely following health and safety codes and regulations.
Conduct food handler safety training at the campus level and enforce standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.

Inventory and Equipment

Ensure appropriate quantities of food and supplies are available through daily orders and periodic inventories.
Maintain a clean and organized storage area. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
Maintain logs on all equipment maintenance required within campus child nutrition department. Perform preventive maintenance and report needed equipment repairs. Recommend replacement of existing equipment to meet department needs.
Conduct regular physical equipment and supplies inventory.

Policy, Reports, and Law

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents including reports of daily and monthly financial, production, and activity records.
Review and submit accurate time and attendance records for payroll reporting purposes.
Complete annual continuing education requirements.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Monitor the work and issue work assignments to campus child nutrition workers.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $16.43 to $23.15 Per Hour

Job Requirements