Cafeteria Manager Child Nutrition

Position Type:

Food Service Department/Food Service Manager

Date Posted:

4/2/2026

Location:

Prince Edward Middle School

Date Available:

08/01/2026

PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

FARMVILLE, VIRGINIA

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Cafeteria Manager ï Child Nutrition

Department: Child Nutrition Program

Reports To: Child Nutrition Supervisor / Director of School Nutrition

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Terms of Employment: Ten-month employment. Salary to be determined by the school board.

Contract / Schedule: School-year position; workdays and hours determined by school schedule. Additional days required for training, planning, program setup, and end-of-year cleanup.

Position Purpose: The Cafeteria Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the Prince Edward County Public Schools Child Nutrition Program at the assigned school. This position ensures the efficient production and service of nutritious meals in compliance with USDA, Virginia Department of Education, and Prince Edward County Public Schools regulations while maintaining high standards for food safety, customer service, fiscal accountability, and staff supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: to include the following and other duties may be assigned.

Program & Kitchen Operations

Plan, organize, and direct daily food service operations at the assigned school site

Ensure meals meet USDA meal pattern requirements and follow standardized recipes

Oversee scratch cooking, production schedules, and proper food preparation techniques

Monitor food quality, presentation, portion control, and student satisfaction

Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations

Staff Supervision & Leadership

Supervise, train, and support cafeteria staff to ensure efficient operations

Assign daily work schedules and responsibilities

Foster teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work environment

Support staff training requirements, including USDA Professional Standards

Participate in employee evaluations in accordance with PECPS procedures

Meal Service & Customer Focus

Oversee meal service to ensure timely, orderly, and student-friendly operations

Address service issues and resolve concerns in a professional manner

Ensure appropriate accommodations for students with special dietary needs

Promote a welcoming cafeteria environment

Cashiering & Financial Accountability

Oversee point-of-sale (POS) operations and ensure accurate meal counts

Ensure proper handling of cash, deposits, and documentation

Monitor inventory, ordering, receiving, and storage of food and supplies

Maintain records required for reimbursement, audits, and state or federal reviews

Compliance & Reporting

Maintain required documentation for USDA, VDOE, and PECPS compliance

Support administrative reviews, audits, and site inspections

Implement corrective actions as directed

Ensure civil rights requirements are followed during meal service

Program Support & Continuous Improvement

Collaborate with the Child Nutrition Office on menus, procurement, and program initiatives

Support program changes, including non-congregate meal service, emergency feeding, and special events

Participate in planning meetings, trainings, and professional development

Identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, food quality, and customer service

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Training

USDA Professional Standards training (annual required hours for managers)

Food safety and sanitation certification (as required)

HACCP and food safety management training

Civil Rights training

Point-of-sale and financial accountability training

Any additional training required by PECPS, VDOE, or USDA

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Program regulations and meal patterns

Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles

Ability to supervise, train, and motivate staff

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to maintain accurate records and reports

Strong customer service and communication skills

Ability to adapt to program changes and operational needs

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Previous school food service experience required; supervisory experience preferred

Ability to meet training and certification requirements

Physical Demands

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time

Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift frequently

Ability to lift and carry up to 40ï 50 pounds, with or without assistance

Ability to work in a kitchen environment with exposure to heat, cold, and noise

Work Environment

School kitchen and cafeteria environment

Exposure to commercial kitchen equipment, cleaning chemicals, and temperature variations

Evaluation

Performance of the position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Prince Edward County School Board's policy on evaluation of classified personnel.