Cafeteria Assistant Manager - IDEA Parmer Park (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools is a nationally recognized network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. With a commitment to fostering a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging, IDEA focuses on empowering students and their families through innovative educational programs, strong community involvement, and a dedicated staff culture. The organization aims to become one of the healthiest school districts in the nation, emphasizing nutritious and appealing meals as a vital part of student wellness and academic success. IDEA offers comprehensive benefits and competitive hourly compensation, reflecting its commitment to supporting its employees' overall well-being and professional growth.

The Cafeteria Assistant Manager role is integral to the IDEA Public Schools’ mission by assisting the Cafeteria Manager in leading the Child Nutrition Program (CNP) team at the campus level. This position requires adhering to the food and nutrition standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), along with relevant state agency guidelines. The Cafeteria Assistant Manager plays a critical role in ensuring that all students receive nutritious and appealing meals daily by managing food production quality, ordering supplies, maintaining sales records, handling customer service with parents and students, managing inventory, and collaborating closely with the Cafeteria Manager. The role is hourly, with wages ranging from $17.92 to $22.40 depending on experience, and includes eligibility for performance bonuses based on team performance and goal attainment. Employees in this role benefit from a comprehensive benefits plan that covers most of the employee premium for the base medical plan, and subsidizes coverage for spouses/domestic partners and dependents. Additional benefits include paid family leave, tuition reimbursement, employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, dental and vision plans, life insurance, disability coverage, parenting benefits, vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and potential relocation allowance.

In this role, the Cafeteria Assistant Manager is responsible for daily operations oversight, including executing approved menus 100% of the time, ensuring accurate counting and claiming procedures, monitoring participation in meal programs, leading and motivating the Food Service Specialists and substitutes, conducting audits and compliance checks, maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, and managing employee development and retention. The position requires excellent organizational and communication skills, data interpretation ability, and proficiency with software such as Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Candidates must demonstrate strong problem-solving capabilities, adaptability, resilience under pressure, and teamwork.

IDEA Public Schools emphasizes staff development and core values, with aspirations to cultivate Cafeteria Assistant Managers for future promotion to Cafeteria Manager roles. Candidates with leadership potential are encouraged and supported in their professional growth with formal performance feedback and ongoing training. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic educational environment while making a tangible impact on student health and academic achievement.