Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Cafeteria Manager I

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General Responsibilities

Responsible for planning, managing, monitoring, supervising, and providing assistance in the provisioning, operation, and functions of an elementary food service facility (cafeteria) with a staff serving breakfast, lunch, supper, with additional ala carte sales.

Essential Functions

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

  • Plan, coordinate, assign, oversee and participate as required in the preparation, cooking and serving of food; preparing and maintaining necessary records and files.
  • Identify problems and suggest changes in methods and procedures.
  • Open kitchen, set up equipment, prepare cafeteria for serving.
  • Train personnel in operational procedures.
  • Maintain accurate food service records.
  • Maintain consistency in food preparation and service to students and school employees.
  • Prepare equipment for food preparation and monitor refrigeration equipment.
  • Order cafeteria supplies and prepare food orders as needed.
  • Prepare foods as needed; prepare USDA inventory and production records.
  • Set up monies for cash registers.
  • Train staff and implement scratch cooking techniques.
  • Count and balance funds received; prepare deposit and make daily bank deposits.
  • Prepare work details for next day, secure kitchen for next day and when not in use.
  • Supervise cleaning and sanitizing of eating utensils, counters, and equipment.
  • Compile reports, bills, deposit slips and cash register reports.
  • Adhere to and enforce Food Service uniform guidelines.
  • Receive, check, and sign for food delivered to school, prepare work schedule, keep time sheets.
  • Prepare food production reports, prepare roster sheets.
  • Coordinate efforts with school staff, faculty, and support personnel, which include (delivery, maintenance, security, custodial).
  • Attend meetings.
  • Perform related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

General knowledge of the preparation, cooking and serving of food in large quantities; general knowledge of food quality and values: some knowledge of special dietary requirements; general knowledge of the practices used in receiving and storing food in large quantities; general knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety measures used in food handling and in the operation, cleaning and care of utensils, equipment and work area; ability to supervise the work of others; ability to prepare reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and school staff; able to maintain emotional control; the ability to work with others in a close fast paced environment and the ability to address customers and staff in a pleasant, courteous manner; must be organized and be able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and correctly complete reports and documents in a timely manner.

Education And Experience

Required:

High School Diploma or GED.

A valid ServSafe certification issued by the local health department.

Must have successfully completed the Manager Training class.

Successfully performed responsibilities while training as an on the job manager.

Considerable experience in school food services or other food service.

Preferred

A comparable amount of training and experience maybe substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Physical Requirements

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent walking, standing, bending, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, reaching, and driving. Occasional sitting, stooping, and crouching. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme heat, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, hazards such exposure to chemicals, moving mechanical parts, etc. and/or loud noises. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

How To Apply

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Reports To Principal

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Job Posting Link https://vbschoolscom.finalsite.com/fs/resource-manager/view/89d75d84-025e-4b9f-b6e1-5810de4600da

Salary Range: From/To

Hourly rate range: $20.45-$29.83

Compensation will be based on job-related creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. The entry-level rate will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the rate will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Unified Experience Based Step Pay Scale: U12

FTE 1.000

Start Date 2024-2025 School Yr

Hourly rate range: $20.45-$29.83

Compensation will be based on job-related creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. The entry-level rate will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the rate will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Unified Experience Based Step Pay Scale: U12
  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries

    Primary and Secondary Education

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