Cafeteria Manager (long-term, temporary)

West Virginia Department of Education; West Virginia; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Education invites applications for a Cafeteria Manager at McNinch Primary. This long-term, temporary role supports the Child Nutrition Program, with typical hours 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Monday to Friday, starting September 9, 2026.

Under the direction of the building principal and the Director of Child Nutrition and Wellness, you will manage staff, menus, inventories, safety standards, and meal delivery while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local

Qualifications

• Valid food handler's card and annual renewal.
• Must pass the West Virginia Service Personnel Tests for School Cook.
• Clear background check.

Responsibilities

• Assign duties to food service employees.
• Prepare menus and inventories; maintain records.
• Deliver meals to schools and assist with loading/unloading.
• Maintain safety and sanitation standards daily.

Job description

Cafeteria Manager (long-term, temporary) JobID: 72432

LOCATION: McNinch Primary

EMPLOYMENT TERM: Estimated 100 days but flexible based on employee's leave of absence. Typically 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Starting September 9, 2026.

BID PERIOD: August 27 to September 2, 2026, 4 pm. If necessary, interviews will be arranged after bid period closes.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

A cafeteria manager is charged with the responsibility of working within the framework of the Child Nutrition Program of the school and the county. They will be assigned specific duties under the direction of the building principal(s) and/or Child Nutrition Director.

DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Assigning duties to food service employees
• Complete all required federal, state and local program documentation such as production records, menus and inventories in a timely manner
• Requisitioning for food supplies and equipment with agreement by the building principal
• Keeping inventories and records pertinent to the food services of a school
• Preparing menus
• Must obtain/monitor a WVDE access email account, check email daily and submit weekly orders
• Aid in the preparation and serving of meals
• Help to maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and serving area
• Deliver meals to schools
• Maintainpositive work habits, reliable attendance, punctuality, and effective working relationships with students, coworkers, and the public.
• Participatein staff development/training;maintainand/or upgrade skills asrequired.
• Assist with loading/unloading deliveries and meal transports as needed (including assisting drivers when applicable).
• Work safely using proper body mechanics and lifting techniques to reduce risk of injury.
• Read and comply with labels and safety warnings on cleaning agents and hazardous materials.
• Wash trays, pots, pans, and utensils; sweep and mop kitchen/storage areas; clean equipment used in meal preparation and service.
• Unload, separate, inspect, and stock food and kitchen supplies.
• Prepare special dietary items for identified students as directed.
• Assistwith determining quantities of food to be prepared; prepare foods according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and properportionsizes.
• Maintainthe highest standards of safety and sanitation in the kitchen and cafeteria, including daily cleaning/sanitizing and periodic deep cleaning.
• Any other duties of a food service nature directed by the building principal or county supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A cafeteria manager employed within the Marshall County School System should exhibit high moral characteristics, a good physical appearance, and a friendly, cooperative personality while following written and oral instructions. The cafeteria manager will be called upon to perform a variety of tasks requiring good physical health and development. A cafeteria manager must have a valid food handler's card and renew it annually. A cafeteria manager must pass the approved West Virginia Service Personnel Tests for School Cook as well as a clear background check.

For further information, contact the principal or the Director of Child Nutrition and Wellness.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as reading handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee mayfrequentlylift and/or move at least 40–60 pounds of materials, food, supplies, etc. The employeeis required toexert moderate physical effort and stand constantly. While performing the duties of this job, the employee isfrequentlyrequired to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift heavy objects, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see, use repetitive motions, andoperatecommercial food service equipment (e.g., sterilizer, steamer, warmer, slicer, mixer, ovens, tilt skillets, kitchen appliances, and cleaning tools).Hazards: sprains/strains from improper lifting techniques; burns from improper protection when handling hot items; slips/falls from improper cleanup of spills/leaks, and others typically found in commercial food kitchens.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud (70–90 dB). The work floor surface, by the nature of this job, will be wet and slippery periodically throughout the day. Therefore, shoes with non-skid soles are recommended. Temperatures can range from above 400° F while operating ovens and -10° F in a walk-in freezer to 100° F or above near the ovens, stove, and dishwasher.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

TO WHOM RESPONSIBLE: Principal of School, Director of Child Nutrition & Wellness

DISCRIMINATION PROHIBITED:

As required by Federal laws and regulations, the Marshall County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in employment or in its educational programs and activities.

Inquiries may be referred to:

David Soltesz, Title IX Coordinator, Marshall County Board of Education, PO Box 578 , Moundsville, WV 26041, 304-843-4400; Sheila Blackmore, Section 504 Coordinator, Marshall County Board of Education, PO Box 578, Moundsville, WV 26041, 304-843-4400; the State Elimination of Sex Discrimination Project Coordinator, 304-558-7864, the State Section 504 Coordinator, 304-558-2696, West Virginia Department of Education, Charleston, WV 25305; the U.S. Department of Education's Director of the Office for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481.

ADA / REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT:

Marshall County Schools provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the functions of the job, consistent with applicable law. Applicants or employees who believe they need an accommodation should contact their supervisor or the Personnel Department, or the Section 504 Coordinator, to initiate the interactive process.

I received a copy of this job description and had the opportunity to discuss it with my immediate supervisor. I understand it is my responsibility to perform satisfactorily the duties and responsibilities described above.

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