Cafeteria Manager Floater - District Wide

About the role

Coveres for the cafeteria manager in an emergency and/or where there are vacancies at kitchen locations throughout Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) as needed and requested by food services management.

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicates food services policies and procedures to assigned personnel.
• Serves as liaison with central office staff, including area supervisors and senior operations supervisors, school administrators, and employees regarding food service policies and procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for the profit/loss of the food service operation and for maintaining a positive cash flow for the assigned operation.
• Responsible for the daily scheduling of jobs and duties based upon labor allocation formulas, work schedules, established priorities, and production needs to maximize the effectiveness of the labor pool.
• Provides on-the-job training in all facets of cafeteria operations and provides staff enrichment programs to ensure quality meals are produced and served utilizing appropriate time and labor saving techniques.
• Evaluates employees on an annual basis except for probationary employees or those with identified problem areas whereas more frequent evaluations may be necessary.
• Documents and monitors employees’ performance.
• Works closely with supervisor if disciplinary action is required.
• Assures food quality and portion control in accordance with established standards.
• Establishes and maintains a system for food storage.
• Assumes responsibility for inventory control of food supplies and reordering.
• Responsible for accurate food production records.
• Assumes responsibility for proper use and maintenance of food production equipment.
• Affirms that the food service operation is in compliance with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) procedures.
• Reconciles daily and monthly financial and accountability records to assure accuracy and compliance with fiscal standards and reporting requirements.
• Fulfills OFNS cash handling procedures to prepare and verify cash receipts on the cashier daily report, prepare daily bank deposit, verify cash receipts, and deliver the deposit to the bank.
• Reviews daily transactions, compares operating reports, and investigates and documents discrepancies.
• Responsible for the proper cash handling procedures of all operations within the complex.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures for the School Nutrition Accountability Program including the use of the point of sale system.
• Directs the transporters’ workload and monitors the number of trips made to the satellites.
• Oversees the maintenance schedule of food service vehicles.
• Vists satellite sites on a routine basis to monitor for adherence to program policies and procedures, and on an as-needed basis to address emergency or urgent situations.
• Effectively markets the food service programs and works with school administrative staff to encourage and maximize participation by all students.
• Coordinates and may perform special functions/catering events as requested.
• Provides creative leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or appropriate equivalent is required.
  • Two (2) years’ experience in the field of food service.
  • One (1) year supervisory experience in the field of food service.
  • Successful completion of the BCPS Office of Food & Nutrition Services Manager Training Program/POS Training required within 90 days of hire into this classification.
  • Certified Food Service Manager – Level I certification.
  • Possession of a valid Class C Maryland driver’s license, or appropriate equivalent required.

  Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.
  • Paid vacation, paid holiday’s, sick, personal business, and bereavement days.
  • Flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves.
  • Continuing education/training in accordance with the U. S. Department of Agriculture Professional Standards for School Nutrition Employees.
  • Must be able to visit satellite schools on a regular basis as well as with little or no notice.

  Pay

  $34,380 to $54,218 (Annual Salary Scale for Exempt 10-Month Cafeteria Managers Represented by BCPSOPE 2025-2026 Effective September 20, 2025)

  Schedule

  Exempt 10-Month Cafeteria Managers Represented by BCPSOPE 2025-2026 Effective September 20, 2025

  Conditions of Employment

  • Essential-As-Needed Personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency when contacted and directed to do so.
  • Assigned to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
  • Subject to call to duty in emergencies and may be required to work beyond their regularly scheduled hours with little advanced notice.
  • Designated as Essential-As-Needed Personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency when contracted and directed to do so.