CNS Manager Trainee

Position Purpose

Serves in a training role to learn and become proficient in the direct administration of food production, customer service, and sound fiscal control.

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of child nutrition laws, policies, and procedures
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations required for completion of records and reports
• Ability to read, interpret, and administer detailed instructions, schedules, and recipes in large quantities
• Ability to work independently without close supervision
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, external agencies, vendors, students, parents, and the community

Education, Training, And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certification And License Requirements

• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements
• Hold certification for ServSafe before training period ends

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food service management

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Participates in and demonstrates proficiency in the Manager Trainee classroom instruction with a minimum score of 80% accuracy on a comprehensive evaluation
• Learns and demonstrates proficiency in the duties and responsibilities of a Child Nutrition Manager, including management skills, food production, food service sanitation, food ordering, equipment use and care, employee training and evaluation, record keeping, and reports by participating in on-the-job training in assigned schools
• Follows verbal and written duties as assigned by the Child Nutrition Manager, Training Manager, and/or Training Supervisor
• Complies with all local, state, and federal policies and procedures for Child Nutrition Services
• Serves as a backup for absent CNS Managers with little or no advance notice
• Performs other related duties, as assigned

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• This position operates in a professional office and school cafeteria environment
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, and cafeteria/food preparation equipment
• The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, vendors, students, parents, and the community
• Work is considered heavy physical work, requiring the exertion of up to 40 pounds of force
• The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment for travel within Wake County