CNS Assistant Manager

Wake County Public School System; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System is seeking a CNS Assistant Manager to assist with managing the school cafeteria, lead meal prep, serve as cashier, and ensure compliance with nutrition policies.

The role requires ServSafe certification within 90 days, excellent communication, and strong teamwork in a school setting. Monday–Friday schedule, office and cafeteria environment, with potential for leadership responsibilities in the CNS program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ServSafe certification required or to be achieved within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals and a la carte items following recipes.
• Assist in managing cafeteria in CNS Manager's absence.
• Serve as cashier and ensure accurate sales records via POS.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation per codes; handle deposits as needed.
• Complete required records, inventories, and reports.

Skills

KSAs: nutrition laws

Time management

Customer service

Data entry / records

Food production skills

Reading recipes

Independent work

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office: Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Google Apps

Job description

Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES (CNS) ASSISTANT MANAGER

WORKING TITLE

CNS Assistant Manager

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Child Nutrition Services

LOCATION

School Site

PAY GRADE

Noncertified Grade 18

FLSA STATUS

Nonexempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

No

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (varies based on school assignment) Position not eligible for hybrid telework workweek

POSITION PURPOSE

Assists with management of a school cafeteria and provides leadership and manages the school cafeteria in the absence of the CNS Manager. Performs work to prepare, cook and serve meals, salads, and a la-carte items; prepares entrees, vegetables, and other side dishes according to standardized recipes and keeps accurate documentation of good preparation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Considerable knowledge of child nutrition laws, policies, and procedures;
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
• Effective time management skills;
• Excellent customer service skills;
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations required for completion of records and reports;
• Ability to read, interpret, and administer detailed instructions, schedules, and recipes in large quantities;
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate food production skills;
• Ability to work independently without close supervision;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, and the community.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must be ServSafe Certified or able to become ServSafe Certified within 90 days and maintain certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in food service and/or serving as a cashier.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs work to prepare, cook and serve meals, salads and a la-carte items; prepares entrees, vegetables, and other side dishes according to standardized recipes and keeps accurate documentation of food preparation.
• Serves as a cashier in the school cafeteria to collect money; responsible for accurate records of all food leaving the serving line by accurately using a computerized point of sale system to record sales.
• Follows accurate procedures for the exchange and collection of monies, assists in the preparation of deposits; may deliver bank deposits, as needed.
• Provides leadership and manages the cafeteria in the absence of the CNS Manager.
• Completes all required records, reports, inventories, and vending procedures, as required.
• Ensures the kitchen area, equipment, and utensils are kept clean according to sanitation codes; follows a schedule for maintaining cleanliness.
• Performs various housekeeping duties that may include sweeping and mopping floors, wiping or washing tables and chairs, cleaning the bathroom and cleaning the serving, receiving and dining areas.
• Complies with policies and procedures in the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) Child Nutrition Handbook.
• Provides effective communication and customer service to students, parents and school system staff as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position operates in an office and school cafeteria environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, and cafeteria/food preparation equipment. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, and the community. Work is considered heavy physical work, requiring the exertion of a minimum of 40 pounds of force.

EFFECTIVE DATE

7/2026

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.