School Cafeteria Manager & Nutrition Operations Leader

Wayne County Public Schools; Bearcreek (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne County Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Manager to effectively lead the school nutrition program. The role oversees food service operations, supervises cafeteria staff, and ensures health, sanitation, and safety standards are met.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least three years in child nutrition or similar foodservice with ServSafe or equivalent certification, and a valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Three years in child nutrition or similar foodservice with ServSafe certification or equivalent.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Obtain food and supervise food preparation and service.
• Supervise performance of cafeteria employees at site(s) assigned.
• Supervise maintenance of facilities to maintain health, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Strive to meet Child Nutrition Manager performance metrics to keep the program self-supporting and financially solvent.
• Maintain complete and accurate purchasing documentation, fiscal reports, inventories, and other records; make daily deposits.
• Cultivate positive relationships with parents, employees, and students; ensure cafeteria presents a positive image.
• Perform public relations duties including cafeteria promotions, nutrition education programs, and tours; participate in training programs.
• Perform related duties as requested by the Director or supervisor.

Skills

Staff supervision

Nutrition planning

Cost control

Lift 15-20 lbs

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

Wayne County Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Manager to effectively lead the school nutrition program. The role oversees food service operations, supervises cafeteria staff, and ensures health, sanitation, and safety standards are met.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least three years in child nutrition or similar foodservice with ServSafe or equivalent certification, and a valid North Carolina driver’s license.