Cafeteria Manager in Training

Virginia Beach City Public Schools; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 23,129 - 33,737; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick/annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Retirement system membership

Job summary

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Manager in Training to oversee food service operations across various locations. The position entails preparing meals and maintaining records while adhering to health regulations.

Candidates should possess a high school diploma and ServSafe certification. Responsibilities include training staff, managing inventory, and ensuring quality service in a dynamic environment. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or related fields.
• Ability to follow written menus and recipes.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to students and adults.
• Maintain food service records and inventory.
• Train other staff members on food service practices.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Cashiering

Sanitation practices

Inventory control

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ServSafe certification

Job description

General Responsibilities

As part of the cafeteria manager in training program, the position is responsible for assuming and performing the duties of a temporary cafeteria manager or assistant to fill in for vacancies at various locations throughout the division, as assigned by the Office of Food Services, while ensuring adherence to all federal, state and local food service regulations.

Essential Functions

(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.)

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, supper and other food to children and adults in a courteous customer service–oriented manner.
• Role model overall good personal hygiene and sanitation procedures.
• Organize and set up equipment and workstations.
• Plan, coordinate, assign, oversee and participate as required in the preparation and serving of food; prepare cafeteria for serving.
• Prepare food according to written and oral instructions.
• Serve breakfast, lunch, supper and a la carte items.
• Ensure compliance with and trains staff on all HACCP requirements.
• Proficient at cashiering responsibilities including working knowledge of meal pricing, serving of a la carte items and Point of Sale (POS) operations.
• Knowledge of POS with an ability to perform minor troubleshooting tasks.
• Maintain change fund, count, and balance cash and checks received; prepare deposit slips and deposit money in the bank daily.
• Ability to recognize and train other staff members the components needed to make a reimbursable meal.
• Explain Offer Vs Serve to administrators, staff, and students.
• Prepare daily and weekly work schedules for cafeteria assistants.
• Maintain all food service records, complete planning, production records and inventory withdrawals.
• Instruct subordinates on how to fill out technician worksheet, production plan, withdrawal form and inventory procedures.
• Replenish food and maintain clean serving areas.
• Monitor food and equipment temperatures at all times.
• Exhibit courtesy and understanding to staff and customers.
• Perform dishwashing duties using a 3-compartment sink and automatic dishwashing system.
• Set up and break down serving areas.
• Receive, rotate stock, and perform the functions of inventory control.
• Participate and/or conduct formal and informal training sessions.
• Proficient in the knowledge of and application of good sanitation practices.
• Exemplifies the professional behavior of a reliable employee.
• Perform preparation duties for the next day.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and safe work environment.
• Participate in marketing promotions and special events for students, adults, and community.
• Perform related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have a comprehensive knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing and serving meats, breads, vegetables and other foods on a large scale, an extensive knowledge of the use or care of food preparation equipment. Must be skilled in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment. Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students, and school staff; maintain emotional control and work with others in a close fast paced environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or one (1) year of food service experience.
• Ability to follow written food menus, recipes, and work schedules.
• A valid ServSafe certification issued by the local health department.

Preferred

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 using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent walking, standing, bending, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, reaching, and driving. Occasional sitting, stooping, and crouching. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme heat, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, hazards such exposure to chemicals, moving mechanical parts, etc. and/or loud noises. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid driver's license. Must successfully attend Manager Training Course (before or just after attaining this position). Must attend Leadership and Management Course when space is available. Must meet 10–hour USDA mandated training requirements for School Nutrition Staff annually. Must successfully attend a 12-hour ServSafe Certification Course. Must successfully attend a 4-hour ServSafe Re‑certification every 3 years. Must successfully complete the online Fats, Oils and Grease Program (administered at Vbgov.com). Must provide their own slip‑resistant safety shoes, hair and beard restraints. These items must be worn daily. Personal transportation required from home school to assigned site. Qualified mileage reimbursement at VB Schools per mile rate may apply. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Employment Conditions

Reports to Director or Designee. Full Time.

Hours: 7 hours per day.

Hourly rate: $16.79–$24.49.

Salary will be based on creditable years of full‑time, verified work experience. The entry‑level rate will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the rate will be adjusted if creditable full‑time experience is confirmed.

Benefits: Health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Unified Experience‑Based Step Pay Scale: Grade 08. FTE 1.000.