Cafeteria Manager Level 2

Young World Physical Education; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Cafeteria Manager Level 2 for Jefferson Parish Schools in Marrero, Louisiana. In this full-time role, you will oversee food service operations, including developing recipes, managing catering, and ensuring quality control. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, along with the requirement for prior food service experience. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are crucial, given the collaborative nature of the position and the need to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Prior successful experience in the operation of an institution or retail food service.
• Skilled in quantity food preparation techniques and the use of food service.
• Prior successful experience in catering operations with excellent skills in creativity and food presentation.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High degree of professionalism, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to work in cooperative group settings.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage the food service operation at JPS Administration buildings.
• Develop recipes and menus for the cafeteria and catering functions.
• Process food orders and maintain inventory.
• Monitor food production quality and quantity.
• Conduct staff performance evaluations.
• Ensure safe working conditions and sanitation standards.

Skills

Institution or retail food service experience

Quantity food preparation techniques

Catering operations experience

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Professionalism and sound judgment

Ability to work in cooperative settings

Flexibility in working hours

Job description

Cafeteria Manager Level 2

Jefferson Parish Schools – Lionel Collins Elementary, Marrero, Louisiana. Open in Google Maps.

This job is also posted in Jefferson Parish Schools.

Job Details

Job ID: 5689585

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Job Description

Level 2 Café Manager

Position Description:

The Level 2 Cafe Manager is responsible for the management of the food service operation at JPS Administration buildings.

Scope of Responsibility

• Works cooperatively with the school administration to provide meal service and catered functions in a timely and efficient
• Develops recipes and menus used in the cafeteria and catering functions provided to the
• Provides in put into pricing of all cafeteria and catering
• Places orders for food and receives, dates, and stores deliveries of all products used in the food service Takes physical inventory of all food and supplies.
• Calculates amount of food used in meal preparation and issues to
• Monitors food production for quality and quantity for each meal
• Develops employee production and cleaning schedules, monitoringfor
• Provides new employee orientation and on the job training for
• Identifies the need for equipment repair or replacement, notifying the appropriate
• Conducts financial transactions for meal payments including the handling of cash or
• Interacts with administration regarding questions, complaintsand
• Monitors all aspects of employee performance, providing constructive feedback and corrective action when Conducts staff performance evaluations.
• Maintains safe working conditions and monitors sanitation standards in food preparation and serving Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Food Services.

Skills and Qualifications

• Prior successful experience in the operation of an institution or retail food service
• Skilled in quantity food preparation techniques and the use of food service
• Prior successful experience in catering operations with excellent skills in creativity and food
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to make decisions and Collaborative management style, with a proven track record of working with diverse individuals at all levels to drive decision-makingand
• High degree of professionalism, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities, while consistently demonstrating sound judgment and disciplined
• Ability to work cooperative group settings, accept supervision and respond appropriately to constructive
• Ability to work flexible hours, depending on scheduled

Desirable Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in Food

Physical Involvement

Ability to lift and carry cans, bowls, pans, and cases up to 25 pounds or 100 pounds with assistance is sometimes required. Ability to stand or walk up to 6 ¾ hours per day. Ability to push or pull equipment such as food carts and mop buckets. Ability to reach above head when placing pans in shelves of ovens, refrigerators and storerooms and cleaning overhead equipment. Ability to mop, sweep, apply wax and buff floors. Ability to forward bend or squat when lifting bowls, pans or cases or using mop wringers or dustpans. Standing, sitting, walking, reaching, bending is sometimes required. Ability to provide own transportation to schools, work locations, and meeting sites both inside and outside of the parish. Mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations.

Compensation

JPS offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. JPS also offers a competitive benefits package.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mira Toussaint , FOOD SERVICES
• CHILD NUTRITION
• Email: [e-mail]