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CNS Manager (0-400 Participation)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
Life insurance

Job Description

The Wake County Public School System's Child Nutrition Services (CNS) department is dedicated to providing nutritious, balanced meals to students across numerous school sites. CNS plays a vital role in supporting the educational mission by ensuring that children receive high-quality, well-prepared meals that meet federal and state nutritional standards. The department upholds rigorous quality and safety standards while managing daily operations across various school cafeterias. With a focus on compliance with child nutrition laws, policies, and procedures, CNS contributes directly to the well-being and academic success of students.

The CNS Manager position is a critical leadership role within this d... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be ServSafe Certified or able to become ServSafe Certified and maintain certification tri-annually
  • Successfully complete the Wake County Public School System CNS Manager Trainee program
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
  • Ability to work independently without close supervision
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, and the community

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • ServSafe Certified or able to become ServSafe Certified and maintain certification tri-annually
  • Successfully complete the Wake County Public School System CNS Manager Trainee program
  • Experience in food service management preferred
  • Considerable knowledge of child nutrition laws, policies, and procedures
  • Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of Google Apps
  • Effective time management skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
  • Ability to read, interpret, and administer detailed instructions, schedules, and recipes
  • Ability to demonstrate appropriate food production skills
  • Ability to work independently without close supervision
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, and the community

Job Duties

  • Manages a school cafeteria and provides nutritionally appropriate meals following federal meal pattern standards
  • Maintains required records, reports, and inventories in compliance with federal and state regulations
  • Establishes and maintains internal fiscal controls and accountability, including proper cash handling procedures and making daily fund deposits
  • Schedules and evaluates cafeteria staff and conducts school level cafeteria staff meetings
  • Provides on the job training in the use and care of equipment, quality food production, and state sanitation regulations
  • Orders food and supplies, as needed, checks the cost and quality of items received, and ensures proper storage
  • Complies with policies and procedures in the Wake County Public Schools Child Nutrition Handbook
  • Provides effective communication and customer service to students, parents, and school system staff, as appropriate
  • Stays abreast of changes in child nutrition laws and policies by attending scheduled trainings and meetings, as required
  • Performs other related duties, as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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