Cafeteria Manager

Location: St. Rose of Lima School, Franklin, IN

Posted: January 23, 2025

St. Rose School is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cafeteria Manager to lead the daily operations of our school cafeteria, serving 100-150 students each school day. This position is crucial to ensuring the provision of nutritious meals and maintaining an efficient and safe cafeteria environment.

Essential Functions:

• Plan, prepare, and serve balanced, nutritious meals to students.
• Manage all operational aspects of the cafeteria, including meal preparation, service, and cleanliness.
• Oversee meal and nutrition planning to meet student dietary needs and preferences.
• Purchase food and supplies within allocated budget limits, ensuring proper inventory control.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring safe food handling practices and adherence to quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with school administration to address special dietary requirements or preferences.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, following all food safety guidelines.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with staff, students, and school administration.
• Knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and food handling standards.
• Ability to manage a budget and control inventory efficiently.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle unexpected situations or challenges.
• Ability to work collaboratively and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Prior experience in food service management or a similar role, preferably in a school or institutional setting.
• Food safety certification (or willingness to obtain certification upon hire) is preferred.

Work Environment:

• This position is based in a school kitchen, with daily interaction with students and staff.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regular exposure to kitchen equipment, hot surfaces, and cleaning chemicals.
• Work hours typically align with school schedules, with additional time required for meal prep and cleanup.

If you are passionate about ensuring students receive healthy, delicious meals and have the leadership skills to manage a busy cafeteria, we encourage you to apply.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications to ktekippe@stroselions.net.