School Cafeteria Supervisor - Nutrition & Safety Lead

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District is seeking a Cafeteria Supervisor for 189 days to oversee daily meal service in the district’s cafeterias. You will supervise staff, follow menus and standardized recipes, and ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2–4 years of related training, and a City of Dallas Safety and Sanitation Certification within one month of hire. Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• Accredited Senior High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two to four years formal job related training.
• One year 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 (reading, writing, speaking).
• Spanish language ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with a well-balanced and nutritious meal.
• Manage preparation and delivery of quality meals using standardized recipes.
• Ensure high safety and sanitation standards are met by staff.
• Ensure the food service program complies with laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit requisitions for food and supplies.
• Resolve issues and communicate with central staff when needed.
• Requisition equipment, supplies, and report repairs to central office.
• Supervise cafeteria staff: interview, train, assign, direct, appraise, reward, and discipline.

Skills

English communication

Spanish language (plus)

Team supervision

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-4 years related training

Dallas ISD Training Program completion

City of Dallas Safety & Sanitation Certification

Job description

Dallas Independent School District is seeking a Cafeteria Supervisor for 189 days to oversee daily meal service in the district’s cafeterias. You will supervise staff, follow menus and standardized recipes, and ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2–4 years of related training, and a City of Dallas Safety and Sanitation Certification within one month of hire. Bilingual abilities are a plus.