Cafeteria Manager - Child Nutrition - 2025-2026 School ...

Primary Purpose: Oversee the implementation and compliance of the Child Nutrition Program at the campus level under the direction of the Director of Child Nutrition, Assistant Director and/or assigned Field Supervisor. Qualifications: Minimum Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent. Must hold and maintain a valid Food Handler's Manager Certificate from ServSafe or another accredited source. Completion of the TISD PLATEFUL Manager Training and TASN certified or actively seeking certification, preferred. Minimum Experience: Two years experience with Tomball ISD as a production specialist and/or assistant manager, or equivalent experience with another school food service establishment/food service establishment. Special Knowledge and Skills: Have a working knowledge of the school food service environment. Able to work without direct supervision and demonstrate strong organizational skills. Major Responsibilities and Duties: * Maintain department standards for quality food products, sanitation, and conduct monthly training. * Assume an active role in increasing student participation in the Child Nutrition Program by encouraging student-planned menus and supporting other projects and promotions developed by the department. * Order food and supplies properly. * Correctly receive and verify the receipt of all food and supplies. * Demonstrate a desire for professional growth in all Child Nutrition areas by attending meetings, seminars, and classes. * Supervise the storage of all food supplies and maintain reasonable inventory levels. * Supervise all food preparation and service for quality and quantity. * Maintain acceptable food/supplies cost. * Assure that approved food handling and sanitation procedures are followed. * Follow the meal pattern requirements. * Ensure that menus are prepared and served as posted. * Prepare and post a work schedule. * Turn in all reports, orders, and invoices when due. * Keep accurate Food Production Records. * Audit the cashier and oversee deposits and record keeping for accuracy. * Maintain accurate and up to date perpetual and physical inventories. * Maintain acceptable meals per man hour and labor cost. * Follow and communicate all policies and procedures to Child Nutrition staff and school administrators. * Train staff effectively. * Evaluate assigned personnel and maintain accurate, accessible records. * Document misconduct on the Staff Conference Form and communicate counseling needs to Supervisor and/or Assistant Director/Director. * Monitor personal hygiene and appearance of all staff. * Seek ways to improve skills needed for the job. * Attend Manager in-service and monthly meetings on time. * Report all accidents as per proper department procedure and follow-up to ensure accidents do not reoccur. * Respond immediately to Health Department inspections. * Responsible for proper use and care of equipment and reports maintenance problems promptly. * Demonstrate computer skills by use of Child Nutrition software and hardware. * Participate in all Child Nutrition promotions. * Exhibit courteous and professional behavior toward school staff, students, visitors, and co-workers. * Good attendance, punctual, and dependable. * Demonstrate good problem-solving skills. * Exhibit proper personal appearance and hygiene. Working Conditions: Must be able to lift 25 lbs without assistance and on occasion repetitively. Work in a fast-paced environment, and stand for extended periods of time Moderate exposure to extreme temperature changes Physical demands will include walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, some stooping, bending, and twisting Equipment Used: Use of large and small commercial kitchen equipment including electric slicer, mixer, pressure and convection steamer, convection oven, dish machine, food processor, and sharp/serrated cutting tools. Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt Pay Grade: Auxiliary 4 Days: 186 Reports to: Assigned Area Supervisor and Director of Child Nutrition

Created: 2026-04-02