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Elementary School Cafeteria Manager
Hours - 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
SUMMARY OF PURPOSE
This position is responsible for the operation of the central kitchens in the elementary school and for
providing students and staff with a nutritional meal while ensuring a clean, sanitary, and safe working
environment. The main purpose of this position is to prepare and serve the required quantity of food with the
highest quality at the appropriate time. The incumbent works with other members of the Department in
meeting department goals and objectives in support of the ELANCO mission to provide a social and
educational environment for the students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Supervises and coordinates the ordering, receiving, storing and accounting for food and non-food
supplies.
2. Help to prepare and serve breakfast and lunch in the cafeteria and for special events in a timely
manner, ensuring proper quantity, according to the menu and standardized recipes and methods.
3. Ensures proper sanitation and compliance with food safety regulations and procedures.
4. Works closely with the Director in the management of the inventory of food and non-food items.
5. Adheres to production and meal schedules. Makes proper staff assignments to accomplish the tasks.
6. Plans, organizes, supervises and evaluates the work of the cafeteria staff (sub-contractor staff) in the
performance of their assigned tasks.
7. Handles the maintenance of the kitchen and storage facilities and equipment in a clean, sanitary
manner.
8. Controls the daily money collection and bank deposit reports.
9. Maintains daily records of all food served on Primero Edge Software and keeps track of free and
reduced students if appropriate.
10. Instructs and trains staff on the operation of equipment.
11. Resolves problems and addresses complaints quickly.
12. Identifies maintenance problems and channels work to the Food Service Director.
13. Maintains appropriate records of food service activities.
14. Technology skills are expected.
DEPARTMENT/ORGANIZATION
?? Keeps current with related office and guidance operations, understands
technology and developments that impact the department.
?? Makes decisions consistent with the ELANCO mission and core values, establishes and
maintains effective communication and positive relationships within ELANCO.
?? Performs other functions as assigned by the Supervisor.
?? Contributes to the effective team management of all issues and opportunities within
ELANCO.
?? Maintains an optimum relationship with other staff members by being courteous and
always mindful of the importance of confidentiality.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
Marginal functions will vary with the specific assignment and depend on the particular position function for
which the person is responsible.
SCOPE AND IMPACT
This position works primarily independently in the performance of the essential functions. Contacts
include students, teachers, principals, parents, district staff, public community members, vendors and
state and local agency officials related to the position.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
This position requires a high school diploma and 3-5 years of experience in food service operations and
vocational culinary training preferred and some knowledge of the food service industry with an
understanding of nutrition, sanitation and food safety. This position must obtain a ServSafe Certificate, and
have general knowledge of the school nutrition program.
Other Qualifications:
?? Submission of pre-employmentmedical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania
School Code).
?? Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police
(Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code ?? Applicants for employment are required to obtain an FBI Criminal History Record Act 114
??
Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in
accordance with Act 151 of 1994.
Such alternatives to these other qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and
acceptable.
SPECIAL SKILLS
This position requires ability to operate all kitchen equipment and the computer register. Requires a servsafe
certificate, cafeteria terminal training and HACCP certification. Possess math skills. Be cooperative,
congenial and service-oriented. Good organizational and planning skills. Knowledge of specific materials.
Must be confidential. Ability to use various cleaning equipment. Must be able to teach skills to others. Must
have good people and communication skills. Be able to multi-task. Possess a positive and professional
attitude. Position requires the following skills: demonstrate proficiency with the Microsoft suite of office
products, Adobe Reader, PowerSchool and other software as required.
Temperament: Must be highly organized; possess excellent communication skills; be confidential; act as a
team player; be flexible to work on multiple tasks; pay attention to detail; be self- motivated, maintain
composure and deal with constant change and frequent interruptions, demonstrate and maintain a
positive attitude and be cooperative, congenial and service-oriented.
PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE/ENVIRONMENTAL
Physical Demands: Sitting 10%, walking/standing 90%
Ability to reach above and below the waist
Ability to use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects Some
stooping, bending and twisting of the body
Ability to lift and/or carry supplies weighing up to 20 to 50 lbs.
Sensory Abilities: Visual and Auditory acuity
Cognitive Ability: Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to exercise good judgment
Ability to follow written and verbal directions
Work Environment: Exposed to undesirable elements to include chemicals, solutions and hot,
cold, steam and wet conditions. Normal office and outside environment,
subject to outside environment conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions of this position
Elementary School Cafeteria Manager
Hours - 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
SUMMARY OF PURPOSE
This position is responsible for the operation of the central kitchens in the elementary school and for
providing students and staff with a nutritional meal while ensuring a clean, sanitary, and safe working
environment. The main purpose of this position is to prepare and serve the required quantity of food with the
highest quality at the appropriate time. The incumbent works with other members of the Department in
meeting department goals and objectives in support of the ELANCO mission to provide a social and
educational environment for the students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Supervises and coordinates the ordering, receiving, storing and accounting for food and non-food
supplies.
2. Help to prepare and serve breakfast and lunch in the cafeteria and for special events in a timely
manner, ensuring proper quantity, according to the menu and standardized recipes and methods.
3. Ensures proper sanitation and compliance with food safety regulations and procedures.
4. Works closely with the Director in the management of the inventory of food and non-food items.
5. Adheres to production and meal schedules. Makes proper staff assignments to accomplish the tasks.
6. Plans, organizes, supervises and evaluates the work of the cafeteria staff (sub-contractor staff) in the
performance of their assigned tasks.
7. Handles the maintenance of the kitchen and storage facilities and equipment in a clean, sanitary
manner.
8. Controls the daily money collection and bank deposit reports.
9. Maintains daily records of all food served on Primero Edge Software and keeps track of free and
reduced students if appropriate.
10. Instructs and trains staff on the operation of equipment.
11. Resolves problems and addresses complaints quickly.
12. Identifies maintenance problems and channels work to the Food Service Director.
13. Maintains appropriate records of food service activities.
14. Technology skills are expected.
DEPARTMENT/ORGANIZATION
?? Keeps current with related office and guidance operations, understands
technology and developments that impact the department.
?? Makes decisions consistent with the ELANCO mission and core values, establishes and
maintains effective communication and positive relationships within ELANCO.
?? Performs other functions as assigned by the Supervisor.
?? Contributes to the effective team management of all issues and opportunities within
ELANCO.
?? Maintains an optimum relationship with other staff members by being courteous and
always mindful of the importance of confidentiality.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
Marginal functions will vary with the specific assignment and depend on the particular position function for
which the person is responsible.
SCOPE AND IMPACT
This position works primarily independently in the performance of the essential functions. Contacts
include students, teachers, principals, parents, district staff, public community members, vendors and
state and local agency officials related to the position.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
This position requires a high school diploma and 3-5 years of experience in food service operations and
vocational culinary training preferred and some knowledge of the food service industry with an
understanding of nutrition, sanitation and food safety. This position must obtain a ServSafe Certificate, and
have general knowledge of the school nutrition program.
Other Qualifications:
?? Submission of pre-employmentmedical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania
School Code).
?? Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police
(Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code ?? Applicants for employment are required to obtain an FBI Criminal History Record Act 114
??
Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in
accordance with Act 151 of 1994.
Such alternatives to these other qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and
acceptable.
SPECIAL SKILLS
This position requires ability to operate all kitchen equipment and the computer register. Requires a servsafe
certificate, cafeteria terminal training and HACCP certification. Possess math skills. Be cooperative,
congenial and service-oriented. Good organizational and planning skills. Knowledge of specific materials.
Must be confidential. Ability to use various cleaning equipment. Must be able to teach skills to others. Must
have good people and communication skills. Be able to multi-task. Possess a positive and professional
attitude. Position requires the following skills: demonstrate proficiency with the Microsoft suite of office
products, Adobe Reader, PowerSchool and other software as required.
Temperament: Must be highly organized; possess excellent communication skills; be confidential; act as a
team player; be flexible to work on multiple tasks; pay attention to detail; be self- motivated, maintain
composure and deal with constant change and frequent interruptions, demonstrate and maintain a
positive attitude and be cooperative, congenial and service-oriented.
PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE/ENVIRONMENTAL
Physical Demands: Sitting 10%, walking/standing 90%
Ability to reach above and below the waist
Ability to use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects Some
stooping, bending and twisting of the body
Ability to lift and/or carry supplies weighing up to 20 to 50 lbs.
Sensory Abilities: Visual and Auditory acuity
Cognitive Ability: Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to exercise good judgment
Ability to follow written and verbal directions
Work Environment: Exposed to undesirable elements to include chemicals, solutions and hot,
cold, steam and wet conditions. Normal office and outside environment,
subject to outside environment conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions of this position
Elementary School Cafeteria Manager
