Secondary Manager - Jefferson

Cedar Rapids Community School District; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

District benefits

Job summary

The Cedar Rapids Community School District seeks a Food and Nutrition/Secondary Manager to lead daily food preparation and service at Jefferson High School. You will supervise a team, ensure cleanliness and safety, plan meals and orders, and support staff development.

Responsibilities include evaluating performance, coordinating with the principal and PTA, and maintaining accurate records. Employment is nine months with district benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess positive leadership traits.
• Ability to manage a team of 15-17 people.
• Strong knowledge of school food service programs, sanitation.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily preparation and serving of good-quality food.
• Oversee cafeteria safety, cleanliness, and equipment.
• Plan quantities and submit orders; supervise scheduling and payroll records.
• Evaluate staff performance and mentor new employees.
• Serve as on-site Food and Nutrition resource for school stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings, prepare reports, and maintain records.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

GED

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Position Type: Food and Nutrition/ Secondary Manager
• Date Posted: 10/7/2026
• Location: Jefferson High School

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

Supervise and participate in the daily preparation and serving of good-quality food. Supervise the security, storage, and proper handling of food and supplies. Enforce and maintain standards of cleanliness, health, employee practices, and safety in the cafeteria. Oversee production and serving of meals, assist in the preparation of the main entrees and baked goods. Assume responsibility for assuring that all equipment in the cafeteria is safe, clean, and in good working condition. Comply with and make accommodations for students with special diet restrictions.

Determine necessary quantities for food and supplies, branded products, and submit orders on time. Plan daily work schedules and instruct cafeteria employees in performing their assigned tasks. Oversee employee time cards, payroll and other personnel records, as requested.

Evaluate performance of cafeteria employees, as needed.

Serve as the on-site Food and Nutrition resource for the principal, faculty members, parents, and students. Positively represents the Department and District. Flexibility in working with faculty members and students. Available to work or coordinate special events for community groups, PTA, and/or district staff. Confer with the Food Service Manager/Supervisor regarding any personnel problems and implement suggested ways to resolve/manage. Maintain open, positive communication with all people served by the food service department.

Participate in meetings, in-services, and training, including computer training as requested. Process and complete all necessary paperwork or reports. Maintain accurate records and submit requested reports to the central office. Available to work flexible hours, other duties as may be assigned. Regular attendance.

CLASSIFICATION:

Food service Group E $20.22per hour

Hours: 8.0hours

Schedule: 6:00 am and 2:00 pm

Nine (9) months

All district benefits in accordance with the work agreement

EMPLOYMENT DATE:

As arranged

PREPARATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS:

• Must possess positive leadership traits.
• Serve as a positive team leader, maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to manage and lead a team of 15-17 people.
• Serve as a mentor for new employees.
• Capacity to develop and utilize oral and written channels of communication.
• Use successful problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of school food service programs, nutritional standards, and sanitation.
• Accurate and detail oriented in processing paperwork.
• Possess strong communication skills, customer service .
• Basic computer skills required.
• Demonstrates professional conduct and confidentiality at all times.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 to 24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 0 to 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet, such as food trays, canned goods and frozen food packages. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as carts and food preparation equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus while preparing food.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is consistently above average. The employee will frequently work in different areas of the kitchen and cafeteria performing their duties. Temperatures in the work area are consistently higher than the average found in the building. The employee will frequently stand or move on floors that are damp.Employee must be able to work with known food allergens.

The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

REQUIRED EDUCATION LEVEL:

GED

High School diploma

HR Support:

Michelle Koelling

Contact Information:

Jenny Hook

Manager of Food and Nutrition

[e-mail]

319-558-2305