Cafeteria Manager/Cook III

SPRING MILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package (approx. 35% ofdirect

Health and safety compliance

Job summary

Berkeley County Schools Spring Mills Middle in Martinsburg, West Virginia seeks a Cafeteria Manager/Cook III to lead daily meal operations, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with health and nutrition guidelines while delivering quality service to students and staff. Requirements include a high school diploma, sanitation certification, and manager training.

Pay ranges from $31,220 to $43,700 with a benefits package; work hours are 6:30 am to 1:30 pm, following county menus and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma and sanitation certification required.
• Valid food handler's card required.
• Completion of manager training class and on-the-job management responsibilities.
• Reading and following written menus and work schedules required.

Responsibilities

• Assign and supervise cafeteria staff.
• Direct and assist in food preparation and serving.
• Direct sanitation procedures and ensure cleanliness.
• Inspect kitchen utensils and cleanliness for safety.
• Plan and supervise cleaning schedules for dining areas.
• Manage requisition and security of food and supplies.
• Ensure reports and documents related to food services are completed.
• Prepare and serve meals to students and staff.
• Maintain knowledge of kitchen equipment and upkeep.

Skills

Supervise staff

Report writing

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Sanitation certification

Food handler's card

Manager training

Job description

Berkeley County Schools (WV) Spring Mills Middle - Martinsburg, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Position:Cafeteria Manager/Cook III

Location: Spring MillsMiddle

Responsibility: Implementation of child nutrition program meal services

Accountable to: Building Principal & Director of Food Services

Date: December 8, 2026

Paygrade:Cafeteria Manager/Cook III - D Cafeteria Manager/Cook III - D (minimum of $31,220-maximum of $43,700 based upon years of service) plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for planning, managing, monitoring, supervising and providing assistance in the provisioning, operation, and functions of a school cafeteria.

Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch and other food to children and adults in a courteous customer service oriented manner. Organize and set up equipment and workstations. Perform duties following health, food service, government and other regulations.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Assigns, directs, plans, and supervises the work of all cafeteria employees.
• Directs and assists in the preparation of food portions and prepares for the serving of all food in the cafeteria.
• Directs sanitation procedures.
• Inspects the kitchen, cooking and mixing utensils, and employees for cleanliness and sanitary purposes.
• Plans, directs, and supervises cleaning schedules for the eating area of the cafeteria.
• Assumes responsibility for the requisition & security of food and supplies.
• Assumes responsibility for the making requisition for repairs of equipment.
• Instructs new (and substitute) cafeteria employees in performing their assigned tasks.
• Performs related duties as required including duties at special meal functions.
• Orders food through the central food service office so the school’s nutritional offerings follow the county developed menus and serving portions as required by food guidelines.
• Correctly completes, in a timely manner, and keeps reports and documents pertinent to food services.
• Performs related work as required.
• Assists in the preparation of food portions and prepares cafeteria counter.
• Serves students and staff from the cafeteria counter.
• Removes used dishes and assists in the cleaning of counters, tables, and furnishings in the dining area.
• Takes turn in washing pots and pans.
• Practice personal hygiene and proper sanitation procedures.
• Exhibit courtesy and understanding to staff and customers.
• Set up and break down of serving areas.
• Participate in formal and informal training.
• Demonstrate knowledge of sanitation practices.
• Performs related work as required.
• Interpreting menus for the purpose of meal preparation.
• Planning, researching and implementing menus.
• Willingly assisting in all jobs areas when practical.
• Keeping records, makes reports and is responsible for purchasing of all food, supplies and other kitchen-related materials.
• Using time effectively to complete assigned tasks.
• Having a working knowledge of all kitchen equipment and devices and shows ability to maintain this equipment.
• Insuring that meal service deadlines are met during the school day through proper assignment of personnel to job tasking.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

General 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 the operation, cleaning and care of utensils, equipment and work area; 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. Able to maintain emotional control, the ability to work with others in a close fast paced environment and the ability to address customers and staff in a pleasant, courteous manner. Must be organized and be able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and correctly complete reports and documents in a timely manner.

General knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing and serving meats, breads, vegetables and other foods on a large scale; general knowledge of the use or care of food preparation equipment; skill in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and school staff. Able to maintain emotional control, the ability to work with others in a close fast paced environment and the ability to address customers in a pleasant, courteous manner.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma. Have or obtain a valid sanitation certification issued by the local health department. Must successfully complete any the manager training class/staff development and successfully performed responsibilities as an on the job manager.

A level of education necessary for reading and following written food menus and work schedules.

A valid food handler's card issued by the school division.

A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and handling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to be exposed to chemicals.Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

None.

Non-Exempt

Berkeley County Schools is bound by statute to recommend the most qualified applicants for position vacancies. In order to determine those qualifications as set forth by the West Virginia Code, we require all applicants to fill out an application, which includes references, and, in many instances, participate in interviews. Failure to provide references, negative references, and failing to participate in requested interviews may impact negatively a candidate's qualifications.

Applicants who have been dismissed or have had their contracts non-renewed for cause are not eligible for consideration. Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. Applicants must complete the entire application and provide all documents required. Failure to complete the application and provide requested items will result in the application not being considered.

Cafeteria Manager/Cook III

Berkeley County Schools (WV) Spring Mills Middle - Martinsburg, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Berkeley County Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5986730
Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Nov 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Dec 8, 2026

Job Description

Position:Cafeteria Manager/Cook III

Location: Spring MillsMiddle

Responsibility: Implementation of child nutrition program meal services

Accountable to: Building Principal & Director of Food Services

Date: December 8, 2026

Time:6:30 am - 1:30 pm

Paygrade:Cafeteria Manager/Cook III - D Cafeteria Manager/Cook III - D (minimum of $31,220-maximum of $43,700 based upon years of service) plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for planning, managing, monitoring, supervising and providing assistance in the provisioning, operation, and functions of a school cafeteria.

Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch and other food to children and adults in a courteous customer service oriented manner. Organize and set up equipment and workstations. Perform duties following health, food service, government and other regulations.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Assigns, directs, plans, and supervises the work of all cafeteria employees.
• Directs and assists in the preparation of food portions and prepares for the serving of all food in the cafeteria.
• Directs sanitation procedures.
• Inspects the kitchen, cooking and mixing utensils, and employees for cleanliness and sanitary purposes.
• Plans, directs, and supervises cleaning schedules for the eating area of the cafeteria.
• Assumes responsibility for the requisition & security of food and supplies.
• Assumes responsibility for the making requisition for repairs of equipment.
• Instructs new (and substitute) cafeteria employees in performing their assigned tasks.
• Performs related duties as required including duties at special meal functions.
• Orders food through the central food service office so the school’s nutritional offerings follow the county developed menus and serving portions as required by food guidelines.
• Correctly completes, in a timely manner, and keeps reports and documents pertinent to food services.
• Performs related work as required.

• Assists in the preparation of food portions and prepares cafeteria counter.
• Serves students and staff from the cafeteria counter.
• Removes used dishes and assists in the cleaning of counters, tables, and furnishings in the dining area.
• Takes turn in washing pots and pans.
• Practice personal hygiene and proper sanitation procedures.
• Exhibit courtesy and understanding to staff and customers.
• Set up and break down of serving areas.
• Participate in formal and informal training.
• Demonstrate knowledge of sanitation practices.
• Performs related work as required.
• Interpreting menus for the purpose of meal preparation.
• Planning, researching and implementing menus.
• Willingly assisting in all jobs areas when practical.
• Keeping records, makes reports and is responsible for purchasing of all food, supplies and other kitchen-related materials.
• Using time effectively to complete assigned tasks.
• Having a working knowledge of all kitchen equipment and devices and shows ability to maintain this equipment.
• Insuring that meal service deadlines are met during the school day through proper assignment of personnel to job tasking.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

General 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 the operation, cleaning and care of utensils, equipment and work area; 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. Able to maintain emotional control, the ability to work with others in a close fast paced environment and the ability to address customers and staff in a pleasant, courteous manner. Must be organized and be able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and correctly complete reports and documents in a timely manner.

General knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing and serving meats, breads, vegetables and other foods on a large scale; general knowledge of the use or care of food preparation equipment; skill in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and school staff. Able to maintain emotional control, the ability to work with others in a close fast paced environment and the ability to address customers in a pleasant, courteous manner.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma. Have or obtain a valid sanitation certification issued by the local health department. Must successfully complete any the manager training class/staff development and successfully performed responsibilities as an on the job manager.

A level of education necessary for reading and following written food menus and work schedules.

A valid food handler's card issued by the school division.

A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and handling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to be exposed to chemicals.Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

None.

Non-Exempt

Berkeley County Schools is bound by statute to recommend the most qualified applicants for position vacancies. In order to determine those qualifications as set forth by the West Virginia Code, we require all applicants to fill out an application, which includes references, and, in many instances, participate in interviews. Failure to provide references, negative references, and failing to participate in requested interviews may impact negatively a candidate's qualifications.

Applicants who have been dismissed or have had their contracts non-renewed for cause are not eligible for consideration. Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. Applicants must complete the entire application and provide all documents required. Failure to complete the application and provide requested items will result in the application not being considered.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Lee-Dorah Wokpara , Coordinator of Recruitment
• Berkeley County Schools
• Martinsburg, West Virginia 25405
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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