2025-2026 School Cafeteria Manager

The Cafeteria Manager impacts students’ lives by:

• Embodying, advocating, and operationalizing the mission, vision, and strategic direction of the school
• Supervising and supporting kitchen and cafeteria staff, including scheduling, training on safety and sanitation, providing clear direction, and addressing performance issues professionally
• Overseeing food production and menu planning in compliance with USDA guidelines, incorporating student feedback to improve satisfaction, and ensuring proper portion control and presentation
• Maintaining accurate records of food production, inventory, and daily operations
• Ensuring proper storage and labeling of food and supplies to maintain freshness and compliance with safety standards
• Managing inventory, ordering food and supplies from approved vendors, receiving and inspecting deliveries, and controlling costs to meet budgetary guidelines
• Promoting teamwork and a positive work environment within the cafeteria
• Managing special dietary accommodations for students with allergies, medical needs, or cultural preferences
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation protocols, including proper food handling, kitchen cleanliness, and regular inspections
• Reporting equipment malfunctions or needed repairs promptly to appropriate personnel
• Preparing and submitting required reports, including daily production records, inventory logs, and financial documentation
• Attending meetings and participating in training programs to stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes
• Taking on other tasks as assigned by the Director of Finance and Operations and Network Director of Food Services

What We Offer:

• Click here for more information about our innovative compensation system. This role is on the Associate Scale and may include bumps for taking on leadership responsibilities, summer work, doing work outside your regular job duties, or longevity with CCS
• Click here for more information about our award-winning benefits package, which includes fully-paid health insurance, immediate 4% 401k match, employer-paid mental health services, and generous leave policies

Position Requirements: 

• Belief in the mission and values of Crescent City Schools
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Food Service Management or related field preferred
• Serve Safe Certification or equivalent food safety certification required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in food service management, with school nutrition experience highly preferred
• Proficiency in using electronic food production records, inventory systems, and point-of-sale software
• Strong understanding of USDA nutritional guidelines, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team with professionalism and respect
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with staff, students, parents, and administrators
• Ability to interpret and follow standardized recipes and operating procedures

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, kneel, crouch, bend, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Tolerance for temperature variances typical in kitchen environments
• This is an in-person role

About Crescent City Schools

Crescent City Schools is a nonprofit Charter Management Organization whose mission is to support and develop open-enrollment charter schools that raise student achievement and prepare students for college. Crescent City Schools currently operates three PreK-8th grade open-enrollment charter schools: Harriet Tubman and Dorothy Height Charter Schools on the West Bank and Mildred Osborne Charter School in the Kenilworth neighborhood. Our organization creates life-changing educational experiences for students and, through this work, transforms a city.

At Crescent City Schools, we believe in inspiring people. And we firmly believe our success is driven by dedicated and talented employees. Crescent City Schools is committed to attracting and retaining the best professionals in education with an array of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.