Cafeteria Manager II PC 1845

Young World Physical Education

Manassas (VA)

On-site

USD 33,062 - 59,236

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Manassas City Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Manager II to oversee the operation of the middle school cafeteria, ensuring meals meet state and federal health regulations. The role includes planning menus, supervising staff, controlling food costs, coordinating purchases, and training workers in health codes and proper food handling.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, ServeSafe certification, and at least one year of school food service management experience; strong cash

Qualifications

Strong cash handling skills.
Thorough knowledge of cafeteria operations, equipment, and practices.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local health regulations, USDA requirements, and proper food handling in a cafeteria environment.
Proficient at reading and following recipe directions.
Communicates courteously and effectively with cafeteria personnel, students, and the school community.
Familiarity with software/word processing skills to operate cafeteria POS system and complete other reports as necessary.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and supervises the serving of a complete general and a la carte menu of breakfasts and lunches.
Forecasts the types and quantities of food supplies needed.
Ensures proper leftover use and documentation; monitors batch cooking to control waste.
Directs and supervises staff in preparation, following meal standards: presentation, recipes, preparation, and service methods.
Purchases and supervises the receipt and storage of all food and supplies.
Assists in hiring cafeteria staff.
Maintains daily production records reflecting menus, food produced and served.
Trains new food service workers in health codes and practices.
Oversees preparation, cooking, and serving of food; assigns responsibilities.
Administers performance evaluations of cafeteria staff.

Skills

cash handling

cafeteria operations

health regulations

recipe reading

communication

POS system

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree in culinary arts, nutrition, dietetics, hospitality or related field

ServeSafe Certification

Tools

cafeteria POS system

Job description

Cafeteria Manager II PC 1845

Manassas City Public Schools Food Services/Baldwin - Manassas, Virginia

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Job Details

Job ID: 5839043

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24.14 to $43.11 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Description

Position Title: Cafeteria Manager II

Pay Grade: 9

Period of Employment: 9.4 months

Description Approved/ Revised: 06/2024

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Supervised by and/or Reports to: Director of School and Nutrition Services

General Responsibilities: Oversees the operation of an intermediate or middle school cafeteria and ensures that the preparation of daily meals follows state and federal health regulations.

Essential Duties

Plans, organizes, and supervises the serving of a complete general and a la carte menu of breakfasts and lunches.
Forecasts the types and quantities of food supplies needed.
Ensures proper leftover use and documentation; monitors batch cooking to control waste.
Directs and supervises support staff in the preparation of food following meal standards: presentation, standardized recipes, preparation, and service methods.
Purchases and supervises the receipt and storage of all food and supplies.
Assists in hiring cafeteria staff.
Reviews and completes daily work production records that reflect accurate reports of planned menus; food produced, served and discarded.
Works with health professionals in coordinating meals for students with special needs.
Trains new food service workers in accepted food service practices and health codes.
Communicates the daily assignments and responsibilities to the staff.
Plans, coordinates, assigns, oversees, and participates as required in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food.
Supervises cafeteria staff and administers performance evaluations.
Supervises the proper preparation and storing of food, ensuring proper temperature, palatability, and appearance of food.
Ensures that all federal, state, and local health regulations are met.
Performs and maintains daily and monthly record keeping such as food production and cost records, supply orders, timesheets, invoices, and monthly operation reports.
Performs cook and/or cafeteria worker responsibilities as needed.
Maintains daily and monthly food production, cost records, and prepares monthly operation reports.
Performs daily inspection of mechanical equipment for malfunctions and reports any necessary repairs to maintenance.
Supervises the upkeep and sanitation of all cafeteria facilities and equipment.
Counts and balances all cash registers, fills out a deposit slip, and delivers the daily deposit to the school bookkeeper.
Accommodates extra‑curricular activities and functions requiring the use of the kitchen.
Provides leadership to ensure recycling procedures are followed in compliance with district policies.
Monitors receiving checks and ensures quantity and quality of food and supplies delivered, conducts monthly and weekly inventory of freezers, refrigerators, and storerooms.
Develops promotions to increase meals served and educates students about healthy eating habits.
Readies the cafeteria for the new school year. Ensures orders have been placed; cleans, inspects, and prepares all equipment for summer storage at the end of the school year, reports any equipment in need of repair or maintenance.
Interacts with faculty, staff, students, and employees in a professional manner.
Ensures the cafeteria environment is a pleasant, cheerful, and welcoming place.
Engages in on‑site marketing campaigns and programs that encourage student participation in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong cash handling skills.
Thorough knowledge of cafeteria operations, equipment, and practices.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local health regulations, USDA requirements, and the proper handling of food in a cafeteria environment.
Proficient at reading and following recipe directions.
Communicates courteously and effectively with cafeteria personnel, students, and the school community.
Familiarity with software/word processing skills to operate cafeteria POS (point of sale) system and complete other reports as necessary.
Works well under pressure.
Organizes and maintains necessary records.
Capable of performing the tasks of all subordinates and delegate responsibility.
Able to stand for long periods, lift approximately 50 pounds, and work well in hot temperatures.
Serves as a role model.

Requisite Education and Experience

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED); associate or bachelor’s degree in culinary arts, nutrition, dietetics, hospitality or related field preferred.
Must possess a current ServeSafe Certification.
Must possess a minimum of one (1) year of school food service management experience such as a Cafeteria Manager or a Food Service Manager.
Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.

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 climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, or repetitive motions required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS) does not discriminate in employment nor in the provision of educational programs, services and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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