Lunchroom Coordinator

Bay-Area-Church-and-Christian-School; League City (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Area Church and Christian School is seeking a Lunchroom Coordinator to supervise daily lunchroom operations, support staff, and ensure food safety, cleanliness, and excellent customer service for students and staff.

You will work closely with the Lunchroom Supervisor, coordinate training, lead inventory and ordering, and help maintain a welcoming environment in a fast-paced school setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years in food service, preferably in a school environment.
• Certification: Texas Driver’s License and Texas Food Handler’s Card (required on hire).

Responsibilities

• Oversee lunchroom operations and staff in the absence of the Lunchroom Supervisor.
• Ensure sanitation and food safety standards are met throughout the day.
• Conduct inventory counts and place weekly supply/food orders (including Sam’s Club).
• Support training and onboarding of new staff and lead staff appreciation initiatives.

Skills

Positive attitude

Dependable

Punctual

Organizational skills

Multitask

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

MS Office basics

Job description

Position: Lunchroom CoordinatorClassification: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt - Regular StaffSchedule: Avg. 30 hours per week during the school year; Some part-time prep hours are required in JulyPrimary Reporting Relationship: Lunchroom SupervisorSupervisory Responsibilities: Supervises staff (Lunchroom Aides, Lunch Monitors and Student Workers) in the Lunchroom Supervisor’s absenceMinistry Areas: Bay Area Christian School - LunchroomInterfaces: Students, parents, administrators, staff, and other stakeholders as appropriateMission: Bay Area Christian School exists to provide quality, Kingdom education to the next generation, empowering them to make disciples of Jesus at home, in society, and through the church.Employee Profile:All employees of Bay Area Christian School are expected to:Demonstrate a strong, clear Christian testimonyMaintain a lifestyle that reflects an ongoing personal relationship with God and a daily commitment to serve HimAffirm and comply with Bay Area Church’s Statement of Faith and Standard of ConductJob Purpose: The Lunchroom Coordinator supports the school lunchroom's daily operations while exemplifying Christian character, professionalism, and servant leadership. This position assists with supervising food service staff and helps ensure food safety, cleanliness, organization, and quality customer service throughout the department.Working closely with the Lunchroom Supervisor, this role supports food service operations, staff training and support, inventory organization, and daily kitchen procedures to maintain an efficient, positive, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. The Lunchroom Coordinator also helps oversee lunchroom operations in the absence of the Lunchroom Supervisor while promoting teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesModel godly character and citizenship to students, staff, and guestsServe as a positive, professional representative of the schoolFoster cooperative and respectful working relationshipsSupervise lunchroom operations and staff when the Lunchroom Supervisor is absentUphold and enforce sanitation, food safety, and operational standardsConduct inventory counts and monitor stock levels to ensure adequate supplies for daily operationsPlace supply and food orders, including Sam’s Club orders, based on departmental needs weeklyAssist with department training/coaching, including onboarding new staff and conducting monthly or bi-monthly training sessionsLead and coordinate lunchroom staff appreciation initiatives, including birthdays, work anniversaries, holiday recognition, and employee appreciation eventsAssist monthly snack bar sales to increase department revenue, including product selection, pricing, ordering, flyer creation, and updating prices in the FACTS registerTrack and document costs related to damaged, expired, or wasted food and snack bar itemsPrint daily lunch order forms for each serving window, highlight meal deals, and school eventsDemonstrate flexibility in role assignment and daily responsibilitiesLift, move, and stock food and supplies (including occasional heavy lifting)Provide program support and communicate effectively with teachers, parents, and administrators in all mattersEnsure that sanitation and safety practices in all phases of the school food service operation meet established standardsMonitor and enforce the safety standards of the department, administer training programs, report accidents, and complete the required documentationMaintain a commitment to the department's mission; model department expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve department goalsMaintain clean, organized, and safe kitchen environmentsProvide support and cover various lunchroom positions as needed, including window service, lunch monitoring, and snack bar operationsDaily Responsibilities:Opening DutiesAssists with unloading and restocking product deliveries as neededSupervised and supported two Lunchroom Aides in completing morning cleaning tasks throughout the Kids Commons, Fellowship Hall Kitchen, and Atrium.Print daily lunch order forms for each serving window, highlight meal deals, and school eventsLead devotionals and prayer during staff huddles and team meetings as part of the daily lunchroom culture and support as neededServing DutiesAssist and provide support to lunchroom staff during lunch service operations as neededOversee daily operations within the Kids Commons kitchen, including staff supervision, student service, food preparation, and overall kitchen organizationOrganize and count food deliveries daily, assisting the Lunchroom SupervisorClosing DutiesPrint, organize, review, and file daily lunchroom transaction reports while assisting the Lunchroom Supervisor with maintaining accurate operational recordsTrack and document costs related to damaged, expired, or wasted food and snack bar itemsConduct inventory counts and monitor stock levels to ensure adequate supplies for daily operationsPlace supply and food orders, including Sam’s Club orders, based on departmental needs weeklyRequired Skills & Abilities:Positive attitude with a strong sense of teamwork and pride in workDependable, punctual, and flexibleProfessional and courteous demeanorStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to multitask and adapt to changing prioritiesEffective interpersonal and communication skillsAble to remain composed in high-pressure situationsPrior experience and familiarity in using basic office and kitchen equipment (e.g., computers, phones, printers, scanners)Preferred Qualifications:Education: High School Diploma or equivalentExperience: 3+ years in food service (school environment preferred); 1+ year in a supervisory or team lead role preferredCertifications: Valid Texas Driver’s License; Texas Food Handler’s Card (required upon hire and must be maintained)Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and basic computer tasksEssential Job Functions:Exercise independent judgment and make sound decisionsCommunicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writingRemain composed and responsive in emergency or high-stress situationsCollaborate and maintain strong working relationships with team members and stakeholdersPhysically capable of performing job duties, including:Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally, 10 lbs frequentlyStanding, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the shiftUsing hands for repetitive tasks such as typing, grasping, and operating equipmentSeeing and hearing well enough to communicate and perform safety checksWork Environment:Indoor and outdoor activities in varying environmental conditionsFast-paced, service-oriented kitchen and lunchroom settingOur Vision: To saturate the 4B area with the gospel by restoring people, families, and churches.The 4B Area refers to the geographic area of Southeast Houston from the Beltway to the Beach and the Bay to Brazoria County.Our DNA: Kingdom. Disciple. Society. Church. (K.D.S.C.)These are the foundational building blocks that help direct the vision of Bay Area Church and Christian School.KINGDOMThe Kingdom of God submits to the rule and reign of Jesus Christ. Wherever the will of God is being done, the Kingdom is manifested. We are to "seek first the Kingdom of God" so that His will might be done "on earth as it is in Heaven." In order to pursue God's Kingdom, you must first FOLLOW JESUS.DISCIPLEA disciple is a follower of Jesus who hears and obeys what He has taught and as the Holy Spirit leads. Each disciple is a "citizen" of God’s Kingdom. We help equip disciples by encouraging everyone to CONNECT TO COMMUNITY.SOCIETYSociety consists of various domains where people live and work. Our primary place of service is the domain in which God has placed us every day. Disciples, then, serve as ambassadors for God’s Kingdom to the world so that others may come to know Him. We provide training and opportunities so you can ENGAGE YOUR WORLD.CHURCHThe Church is God’s people, a spiritual family. We are His agent of transformation in the world and the display case for His greatness. Jesus said, "... I will build my Church," and He does this by drawing people to Himself who are far from God. Church is the result of kingdom-minded disciples engaging society.This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an employee for this job, and responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.