Cafeteria Manager - Child Nutrition - 2026-2027 School Year

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