St. Joseph, Hessen Cassel - Cafe Manager

Diocesan AM Services of Fort Wayne; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph Hessen Cassel is seeking a organized and dependable Café Manager to oversee daily cafeteria operations for our school community in Fort Wayne, IN.

The role is part-time (about 25–29 hours/week, Monday–Friday during the school year). You will manage meal preparation, inventory, POS processing, and ensure ServSafe standards while fostering a supportive environment for students and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; food service or kitchen management experience preferred.
• 3 years within the food industry/kitchen.
• Active ServSafe Certification or willingness to obtain it prior to start date.
• Diocesan background checks and Virtus/Protecting God’s Children training completed.
• Basic computer proficiency for inventory and POS software.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Daily Meal Operations: Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals in compliance with standards.
• Inventory & Ordering: Manage supplies, rotate stock, track inventory, and place orders.
• Point of Sale & Billing: Process payments and track daily meal sales.
• Sanitation & Safety: Enforce food safety and ServSafe protocols.
• Student Engagement: Interact warmly with students and staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Food safety awareness

Team communication

POS software

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe Certification

Background checks & Virtus training

Tools

Inventory management software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Location 11521 US-27,Fort Wayne, IN, 46816,United States
• Job Category School
• Employee Type Part Time

Description

Hours: Part-Time (approx. 25-29 hours/week, Mon–Fri during the academic year)

About the Role

St. Joseph Hessen Cassel is seeking a organized and dependable Café Manager to oversee daily cafeteria operations. This position ensures our students and staff receive healthy, appealing meals in a welcoming, faith-filled environment that reflects our school's Catholic values.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Meal Operations: Plan, prepare, and serve balanced breakfast and lunch items in compliance with health and nutrition standards.

Inventory & Ordering: Manage food supplies, manage stock rotation, track inventory levels, and order ingredients within the assigned budget.

Point of Sale & Billing: Manage student meal accounts, process payments using the cafeteria management software, and track daily sales records.

Sanitation & Safety: Maintain exceptionally clean kitchen and dining areas, enforcing strict food safety and ServSafe protocols.

Student Engagement: Maintain a positive, caring demeanor with elementary students, encouraging healthy choices and good manners.

Qualifications & Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (prior food service or kitchen management experience preferred).

• 3 years within the food industry/kitchen.

Active ServSafe Certification (or willingness to obtain it prior to start date).

Successful completion of required diocesan background checks and child protection training (e.g., Virtus/Protecting God’s Children).

Basic computer proficiency for handling inventory and POS software.

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods during meal prep and service hours.

Preferred Qualities

Strong organizational skills and a self-starter mindset.

Passion for nutrition and working with young children.

Respect for and commitment to supporting the Catholic mission and values of the school community.

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (prior food service or kitchen management experience preferred).

• 3 years within the food industry/kitchen.

Active ServSafe Certification (or willingness to obtain it prior to start date).

Successful completion of required diocesan background checks and child protection training (e.g., Virtus/Protecting God’s Children).

Basic computer proficiency for handling inventory and POS software.

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods during meal prep and service hours.