26/27 School Year: School Nutrition Manager: Joseph Brown Elementary School

About the Role

Ensure the smooth operation of the school nutrition program, the production of high-quality nutritious meals, and maintain a fiscally stable cafeteria program.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the cafeteria in an efficient and productive manner.
• Train all new employees in assigned jobs.
• Complete accurate and timely reports/documents, including but not limited to:
  • Daily production records
  • Monthly inventory and usage of USDA commodities
  • Eligible students for free/reduced meals program
  • HACCP records and temperature logs
  • Cashier reconciliation and menus
  • On-the-job injuries and daily time sheets
  • Work schedules for school nutrition staff
  • Equipment inventory
• Evaluate school nutrition staff.
• Complete daily participation and financial reports; reconcile financial transactions.
• Purchase food and non-food items as specified in the procurement plan.
• Maintain sanitation standards as specified by the Department of Health.
• Abide by all federal, state, and County Board of Education policies regarding meal requirements and other aspects of the School Nutrition Program.
• Attend manager meetings and training sessions for school nutrition employees.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the School Nutrition Supervisor.

Purchasing, Receiving, and Storage

• Order all food and supplies as scheduled through the Central Office.
• Ensure all received food and supplies are checked against invoices for accuracy and signed only after verification.
• Ensure proper food safety and handling procedures for receiving and storing all food and supplies.

Sanitation, Safety, and Security

• Implement and adhere to USDA HACCP principles.
• Maintain daily temperature logs for freezers and coolers.
• Organize and maintain a safe, healthy, and clean operation by specifying duties and providing written cleaning schedules.
• Ensure staff adhere to the dress code and are free of illness while on duty.
• Maintain state and local health regulations and codes of sanitation.
• Ensure all employees follow safety practices and report accidents using proper procedures.
• Check that all cafeteria equipment is in safe, working condition and notify authorities for repairs or replacements as needed.
• Assume responsibility for the security of all food, supplies, equipment, and cash until turned over to proper authorities.