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Duluth Public Schools

Cafeteria Manager

Duluth, MN

$20.35/hr

Cafeteria Manager Rockridge Academy School 25 hours/38 week | Monday - Friday Starting Wage: $20.35/hr + Benefits Join the Duluth Public Schools team, where we work to inspire every student to ...

Waco ISD

Cafeteria Manager - Trainee

Waco, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Cafeteria Manager Pay Grade/Days: 304/184 Dept./School: Child Nutrition Services Date Revised: April 2019 Primary Purpose: Assist the cafeteria manager with the operation of the kitchen and the ...

Gadsden School Dist 32

Cafeteria Manager

San Luis, AZ · On-site

$18/hr

Purpose Statement The job of Cafeteria Manager is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the food service activities at assigned location with specific responsibilities for organizing food ...

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East Central ISD

Assistant Cafeteria Manager

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

Assumes management of the cafeteria in manager's absence. * Responsible for overseeing breakfast preparation and that production sheets are maintained for breakfast meals. * Help manager ensure work ...

Diocese of Harrisburg

Cafeteria Manager

Columbia, PA · On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

Support Staff/Cafeteria Manager Date Posted: 5/21/2026 Location: Our Lady of the Angels School CAFETERIA MANAGER Part-Time City & State: Columbia, PA School: Our Lady of the Angels Elementary School ...

Morgan County Schools

Cafeteria Manager

Wartburg, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Cafeteria Manager REPORTS TO: Principal / Food Service Director QUALIFICATIONS: * High school diploma or G.E.D (experience in food service preferred) * Be 18 years of age or older * Be able to follow ...

Fayette County Public Schools

Cafeteria Manager

Henderson, NV · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

The job of Cafeteria Worker was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the food service activities at assigned location with specific responsibilities for organizing food preparation ...

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East Central ISD

Cafeteria Manager

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

EAST CENTRAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB ANNOUNCEMENT - March 31, 2026 Cafeteria Manager The position of a Cafeteria Manage r will be available at East Central ISD for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Fayette County Public Schools

Cafeteria Manager

Somerville, TN · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

The job of Cafeteria Worker was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the food service activities at assigned location with specific responsibilities for organizing food preparation ...

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How much do cafeteria manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for cafeteria manager in the United States is $19.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Cafeteria Manager Do?

A cafeteria manager is required to oversee the daily operations of a cafeteria, such as one at a hospital, school, residential rehabilitation facility, or corporate office. In this career, you are responsible for hiring and training new employees, scheduling shifts at the cafeteria, and managing all food production and food preparation. As the cafeteria manager, you also have many administrative duties, such as monitoring inventory, ordering more products, dealing with customer service issues, and consulting with other managers in the department or above you.

How to become a school cafeteria manager?

To become a school cafeteria manager, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with experience in food service or kitchen management. Many employers prefer candidates with food safety certifications such as ServSafe and strong organizational and leadership skills. Some positions may require prior experience as a cook or food service worker and knowledge of nutrition and inventory management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cafeteria Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cafeteria Manager, you need strong organizational abilities, food safety knowledge, and experience in food service management, often supported by a degree or certification in hospitality or culinary arts. Familiarity with inventory management software, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and compliance with health regulations is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, leadership, and the ability to resolve conflicts help you manage staff and ensure customer satisfaction. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining efficient operations, meeting regulatory standards, and delivering a positive dining experience.

What is the hourly rate for a cafeteria manager?

The hourly rate for a cafeteria manager typically ranges from $15 to $25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the size of the facility. Managers often oversee staff, inventory, and food safety, and may work full-time hours including evenings and weekends.

What is the role of a cafeteria manager?

A cafeteria manager oversees daily operations of a food service facility, including staff management, inventory control, food quality, and customer service. They ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and often handle budgeting, scheduling, and menu planning.

What is the highest paying food service job?

The highest paying food service jobs often include executive chefs, food service directors, and culinary managers, with salaries exceeding $70,000 annually. These roles typically require extensive experience, leadership skills, and sometimes advanced culinary or management certifications.

What are cafeteria managers?

Cafeteria managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a cafeteria, including food preparation, staff supervision, inventory management, and ensuring health and safety standards are met. They plan menus, order supplies, handle budgeting, and address customer concerns to provide a positive dining experience. Additionally, cafeteria managers often train and schedule employees, monitor food quality, and ensure compliance with local health regulations.

What is the difference between Cafeteria Manager vs Food Service Supervisor?

AspectCafeteria ManagerFood Service Supervisor
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles prefer food service certificationsHigh school diploma; food safety certifications often required
Work EnvironmentSchool cafeterias, institutional dining facilitiesRestaurants, cafeterias, catering services
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, government facilitiesFood service establishments, hospitality industry
Primary ResponsibilitiesOversees cafeteria operations, manages staff, handles inventorySupervises food prep, manages staff, ensures food safety standards

While both roles involve managing food service operations, a Cafeteria Manager typically oversees school or institutional cafeterias, focusing on daily operations and staff management. A Food Service Supervisor often works in restaurants or catering, emphasizing food preparation and safety. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are some common challenges faced by Cafeteria Managers and how can they be addressed?

Cafeteria Managers often face challenges such as coordinating staff schedules, ensuring food safety compliance, and managing supply inventory. Balancing meal quality with budget constraints is another frequent hurdle. Successful managers address these issues by fostering strong communication within their teams, implementing efficient inventory systems, and staying updated on food safety regulations. Regular staff training and open feedback channels can also help maintain high standards and smooth operations.
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Cafeteria Manager - Trainee

Cafeteria Manager - Trainee

Waco Independent School District

Waco, TX • On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Waco Independent School District rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

419th of 572 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Auxiliary/Cafeteria Manager Trainee
Date Posted:
10/16/2024
Location:
Child Nutrition Services
Job Title: Cafeteria Manager Trainee
Wage/Hour Status: Non Exempt/At-will
Reports To: Cafeteria Manager
Pay Grade/Days:304/184
Dept./School: Child Nutrition Services
Date Revised: April 2019
Primary Purpose:
Assist the cafeteria manager with the operation of the kitchen and the supervision of the cafeteria staff. Operate kitchen in Absence of Cafeteria Manager or if assigned to temporarily operate a kitchen.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED certificate
Valid Texas driver's license
Must be eligible to drive based on the Texas DPS School Transportation Guidelines
Attend and Pass ServSafe Certification per district policy and possess ServSafe Certification
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and the ability to communicate effectively
Ability to perform all duties of cafeteria operation
Must be able to meet all production record requirements and complete forms accurately
Have training and be able to train personnel in food production and program accountability
Experience:
Current employee
One (1) year related experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
  1. Manager the cafeteria in the absence of the cafeteria manager, as assigned.
  2. Be proficient in PrimeroEdge (Cafeteria POS Software System) program with the knowledge to input information and run daily, weekly, and monthly reports, review daily reports and complete close down procedures.
  3. Proficient in all areas of food production, including understanding production records, completing production records in a timely basis in PrimeroEdge online Menu Planning Software and following recipes as written.
  4. Maintain all necessary records in a neat and organized fashion for easy access, and all bulletins from Child Nutrition Services are posted. Maintain a neat and orderly kitchen, office, frozen, refrigerated and dry storage areas, loading dock, equipment and servery.
  5. Maintain safety bulletin board(s), and ensure most current postings are visible and updated, post all employee Health Department permits and Manager/Lead ServSafe Certificate(s).
  6. Maintain safety and sanitation standards at all times. Train staff on use of SDS (Safety Data Sheets) location and usage.
  7. Order products according to expected customer estimates and be able to receive items into kitchen using established check-in procedures.
  8. Follow security procedures for cash handling and key & lock control according to District policy, ability to make daily cash deposits. Use safe to secure opening / closing change funds and follow procedures to release funds daily to Courier service.
  9. Review school enrollment roster to ensure students enrolled are in PrimeroEdge POS system and identify students who are not enrolled at campus and turn information into CNS to remove students from POS and Identimetrics Finger scanning software. Keep Identimetrics finger scanning up-to-date where all students are enrolled to use finger scanner.
  10. Follow District policy regarding time clock usage; clocking in and out daily, and for meal break and hold staff accountable for time clock procedures. Follow departmental policy regarding the recording and reporting of time error sheets and reviewing staff time error sheets for accuracy and timeliness.
  11. Follow District policy regarding the reporting of equipment issues, work order requests and follow up to work orders. Understand calling tree for calling in emergency and routine work orders.
  12. Ability to follow departmental calling tree for contacting management for staffing, safety, access, and other operational issues. Attend and actively participate in all meetings, training, and special events and communicate meetings and training dates and times to staff where applicable.
  13. Ability to plan and delegate production of meals to meet menu and other line requirements, have a complete understanding of portion control and correct serving utensil sizes to meet regulations/production records.
  14. Assist and administer special events, menus and promotions, and meet expectation of school during schedule changes, follow all recipes and serving standards as outlined on menu notes and production records and recipes approved by Child Nutrition Services.
  15. Insure that temperatures of food, refrigerator, and freezer are recorded daily and meet the minimum serving temperature requirements (hot food 140 degree F. or higher and cold food 40 degree F. or lower).
  16. Insure that all commodities and any other products transported in and out or used in the kitchen are recorded and that all food items for next day's menu are in the storeroom. Ability to perform accurate inventories.
  17. Make sure all meals claimed have been entered into the computer system correctly, check percentage of students served to the ADA percentage and print report if percentage served is higher than ADA.
  18. Ensure that all paperwork is turned in on time. For programs running a roster system, ensure all students are entered into POS or if program is operated by non-CNS staff, that all paperwork is reviewed, numbers confirmed and turned into CNS office on a timely basis. Ensure that email is checked a minimum of 2 times per day, once at the beginning of the day and once at the end of the day before departure and respond to email requests on time.
  19. Ability to communicate professionally, consistently, and proactively with Principal, Teachers, Aides, Administrators, food service employees, CNS Management and CNS Office staff.
  20. Ability to delegate tasks and hold staff accountable for their job duties. Ability to create and keep job duties for each position in kitchen up-to-date and monitor, train and counsel staff on job duties. Ability to create cleanup schedule for staff and ensure work is being completed in a timely, neat and customer-driven manner that promotes food and physical safety standards.
  21. Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Cafeteria workers
Equipment Used:
All industrial kitchen equipment, computer, ten key
Working Conditions:
Tobacco Free
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. People intensive, typical school environment. Frequent interruptions. Continuous standing, stooping, walking, climbing ladders, bending, pushing and pulling, grasping, squeezing, twisting, reaching (including overhead), must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Working indoors in extreme temperatures including hot and cold temperature swings, works with chemicals, exposure to dust, and on slippery or uneven walking surfaces.
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
Non Discrimination Statement
The Waco Independent School District is an equal opportunity educational provider and employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, natural origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or genetic information in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.
For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX, please email titleixcoordinator@wacoisd.org or contact Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and/or Waco ISD Coordinator of Student Management at 254-755-9410 and/or Waco ISD Director of Athletics at 254-745-2250. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII, as amended, contact Waco ISD Assistant of Human Resources at 254-755-9410. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, contact Waco ISD Director of Special Education at 254-755-9431 or P.O. Box 27, Waco, TX 76703.

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