School Nutrition- Cafeteria Manager Trainee

Union County Public Schools

Iowa City (IA)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 25,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A regional school district is seeking a Cafeteria Manager Trainee to prepare and serve nutritional meals while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Responsibilities include question serving, cleaning, and assisting in various areas. Ideal candidates should have formal education and experience in food service, along with excellent interpersonal skills. This role offers the potential for a permanent position upon completion of training.

Qualifications

Food service experience preferred.
Must work as a team member.
Strong interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

Prepare nutritional meals predominantly with scratch cooking.
Serve on the line when needed.
Clean and wash all equipment and utensils.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

Formal education preferred

Job description

School Nutrition- Cafeteria Manager Trainee JobID: 15394

Position Type: Auxiliary Services/ SN - Manager Trainee
Date Posted: 12/3/2025
Location: School Nutrition Services

Description

To prepare nutritional meals, predominantly scratch cooking, serve on line when needed; clean and wash all equipment and utensils used in food preparation, maintain standard of health, sanitation, and safety to comply with Federal and State regulations, assist in other areas or serve as cashier. Skills in working with and directing people essential.

Qualifications

Formal education preferred. Food service experience preferred. Must work as a team member and have strong interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions

Fast paced environment, with an emphasis on safety and cleanliness.

Application Procedure

Apply Online

Selection Procedure

Must have completed Managers Training and/or Managed in another school cafeteria or have equal management experience.

This is currently an interim postion that can possibly lead to a permanent placement.

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