School Cafeteria Supervisor - Food Service Leader

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District is seeking a Cafeteria Supervisor to oversee daily meal service at a designated school site. You will supervise staff, ensure nutritious meals are prepared and served, and enforce safety and sanitation standards in alignment with federal, state, and district policies.

The role requires related training or experience, English communication skills, and the ability to work within a school environment for 189 days.

Qualifications

• Accredited Senior High School Diploma or valid equivalent (USA equivalency).
• Two to four years formal job related training.
• One year successful management experience in food service or completion of the Dallas ISD Training Program.
• Must have City of Dallas Safety and Sanitation Certification within one month of hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food service rules and regulations to meet federal, state and local guidelines.
• Ability to operate and maintain institutional equipment.
• Ability to communicate in English by speaking, reading and writing.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with a well-balanced and nutritious meal.
• Manage the preparation and delivery of quality meals using standardized recipes and menus.
• Ensure safety and sanitation standards are met by staff.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local laws and district policies.
• Prepare and submit requisitions for food and supplies.
• Supervise cafeteria staff including interviewing and training, assigning, directing, appraising, and resolving issues.
• Maintain records for program accountability including deliveries, cash receipts, and meals served.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, principal and department heads.

Skills

Staff management

Safety & sanitation

Communication in English

Spanish a plus

Education

High school diploma

2–4 years related training

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Dallas Independent School District is seeking a Cafeteria Supervisor to oversee daily meal service at a designated school site. You will supervise staff, ensure nutritious meals are prepared and served, and enforce safety and sanitation standards in alignment with federal, state, and district policies.

The role requires related training or experience, English communication skills, and the ability to work within a school environment for 189 days.