Cafeteria Manager

Evansville, IN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $21.07 - $26.71

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays

Job Description

Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC) is a prominent educational institution dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students across the region. Renowned for its commitment to educational excellence and community impact, EVSC operates numerous schools encompassing various grade levels, with a focus on providing students the tools they need to succeed academically, socially, and personally. The district emphasizes a progressive approach to education, blending traditional teaching values with innovative strategies aimed at preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century. EVSC is known for stability in employment, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits, reflecting their commitment to supporting their staff as much as their students. The organization’s culture revolves around being community-oriented, innovative, and nurturing, striving to cultivate positive relationships between educators, students, families, and the wider community.

The role of Food and Nutrition/Cafeteria Manager at North Junior High within EVSC is a pivotal position ensuring the effective operation of the school’s cafeteria services. This role operates on a schedule of 185 days per year, five days before school begins through the last day of school, running five days per week with 8-hour shifts from 6:30am to 3:00pm. The Food and Nutrition/Cafeteria Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of food production within the school cafeteria, adhering strictly to required sanitation standards, food cost controls, and scheduling needs. Starting with a competitive hourly pay beginning at $21.07 with incremental steps raising the rate up to $26.71 depending on experience and tenure, this role offers a rewarding career path within a stable and respected school corporation.

In this capacity, the manager plans, directs, and supervises the preparation and serving of meals, maintaining food safety, security of supplies, and proper inventory records. This role also involves scheduling and training cafeteria staff, ensuring compliance with all food safety regulations, and maintaining operational equipment. The manager ensures that the cafeteria meets all sanitary and safety regulations, working collaboratively within the school environment. Superior organizational, communication, and leadership skills are essential, along with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding environment. EVSC supports its employees with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off for sick days, holidays and snow days, along with programs such as employee assistance and retirement plans, making this a secure and satisfying career choice within the education sector. By joining EVSC in this role, candidates contribute to nourishing the school community and supporting the well-being and academic success of students, thus playing an integral role at the heart of the school's daily function.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
three to five years previous experience with quantity food preparation and service
basic computer skills
successful completion of EVSC Food and Nutrition Manager's Training Program and a food safety certification class
ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide accurately
ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
ability to write simple correspondence
ability to effectively present information to students, parents and school staff
ability to perform duties in compliance with district requirements and policies
ability to lift up to 50 pounds
good organization and math skills
ability to communicate effectively in a noisy environment
ability to complete paperwork timely
ability to establish and maintain friendly, effective working relationships
ability to work efficiently under pressure
positive and dependable work ethic
highly organized with attention to detail

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
three to five years previous experience with quantity food preparation and service
basic computer skills
successful completion of EVSC Food and Nutrition Manager's Training Program and a food safety certification class
ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
ability to write simple correspondence
ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to students, parents and school staff
ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide accurately
ability to perform these operations using units of money, weight and volume measurement
ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but basic written or oral instructions
ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

Job Duties

Plans, directs and supervises the preparation and serving of all food in the cafeteria
responsible for security of food and supplies and revenue
oversees and participates in cleaning of kitchen and related areas to ensure compliance with all sanitation codes
schedules employees, maintains time records, addresses employee concern and provides training as needed
ensures that all equipment in the cafeteria area is in safe working condition, and notifies the appropriate authority when repairs are needed
orders food and supplies and maintains accurate records on deliveries and usage
complies with all federal, state, and local guidelines
maintains regular attendance