School Cafeteria Manager: Healthy Meals & Team Lead

Happy Hollow Elementary School; Wayland (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan options

Job summary

Wayland Public Schools in Wayland, MA, currently seeks a dedicated Food Service Manager for Happy Hollow Elementary School. You will lead the cafeteria team, prepare healthy meals for 600+ students, manage inventory, and ensure safety standards. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage, benefits, and 191 school calendar days.

With ServSafe certification preferred, you will train staff, monitor budgets, and foster a welcoming dining environment for students and staff alike.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience in a busy kitchen, cafeteria, or food service.
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to get certified after hire).
• A warm, friendly attitude and love for working around kids.
• Good communication and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cafeteria team and staff.
• Prepare healthy breakfasts and lunches for students and staff.
• Order supplies and manage inventory to prevent stockouts.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the kitchen per guidelines.
• Assist with budget tracking and simple paperwork.
• Create a welcoming space for students to eat.

Skills

Good communication

Basic computer skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Wayland Public Schools in Wayland, MA, currently seeks a dedicated Food Service Manager for Happy Hollow Elementary School. You will lead the cafeteria team, prepare healthy meals for 600+ students, manage inventory, and ensure safety standards. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage, benefits, and 191 school calendar days.

With ServSafe certification preferred, you will train staff, monitor budgets, and foster a welcoming dining environment for students and staff alike.