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CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Manager of Cafeteria Services - School Nutrition

(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent's approval)

Our Vision: The Camden City School District will provide a learning environment where all students are valued, accepted, and prepared to positively impact their lives, the community and the world

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of Manager of Cafeteria Services - School Nutrition.

ROLE OVERVIEW: The Manager of Cafeteria Services is responsible for the daily operation of the district's school cafeterias and plays an integral part in student development. By providing quality, nutritious breakfasts, lunches and, where necessary, dinners, the Manager helps ensure students have a key component for learning throughout the school day. The Manager supervises cafeteria personnel and site operations, maintains the point-of-sale system and program records, ensures compliance with federal and State school nutrition requirements, and advances waste reduction and sustainable food practices. The Manager works collaboratively with principals, district administrators, school nurses, custodial and facilities staff, students, vendors and community partners to deliver an efficient, safe and compliant Food Service Program.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree, or at least five (5) years of experience in a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) or public school cafeteria operation.
• ServSafe Certification required.
• At least eight (8) hours of food safety training within the past five (5) years.
• Demonstrated experience with electronic point-of-sale (POS) systems, including menu setup, user access, parental notifications and program participation reporting.
• Experience in the supervision of personnel.
• Ability to successfully administer all aspects of a school food service program, including federal and State child nutrition program requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, at all levels and in all matters related to the district organization and food services.
• Must satisfy all State requirements for employment in a public school district, including a criminal history record check pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1 et seq.
• Should have, or be willing to complete, continuing education relevant to the responsibilities of the position.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Systems, Sustainability or a related field.
• Experience working in settings that serve low-income students and communities, preferably in a public education, nonprofit or consulting environment.
• Knowledge of food systems sustainability, waste reduction practices and procurement standards.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Google Sheets, Power BI or similar).
• Additional food service, sustainability or food system certifications.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Major roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Cafeteria Operations & Program Management

• Supervise the Food Service Management Company (FSMC), including monitoring contract performance and compliance, and ensuring that meal service, staffing, food safety and program requirements are met.
• Supervise the preparation and serving of all school menus, special dinners and special meals required at school and district events.
• Oversee daily operations of all school cafeterias, including breakfast, lunch, afterschool snack and dinner programs.
• Make quality assurance visits to feeding sites and analyze participation trends to promote and increase participation and sales.
• Inspect school cafeterias and operations to ensure that standards of diet, cleanliness, health and safety are maintained, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Maintain effective communication with parents, students and the community.
• Cooperate with principals and district administrators to facilitate smooth operation of the Food Service Program.
• Cooperate with school nurses, custodians, the Department of Health and other health officials as required.
• Coordinate the advisory Food Service Committee at each school.
• Assist in the development of policy relevant to the Food Service Program and keep the administration and the Board informed of food service operations, making recommendations that improve quality and efficiency.

Personnel Supervision & Training

• Provide suitable assignments, instructions and supervision to cafeteria staff in all phases of child nutrition.
• Administer personnel policies for cafeteria personnel; observe and evaluate staff performance; and recommend assignment, promotion and dismissal of personnel to assure efficient and economical operations, in accordance with applicable Board policy, collective bargaining agreements and N.J.S.A. Title 18A.
• Participate in the interviewing, screening and recommended hiring of cafeteria personnel.
• Assist with payroll for the food services program.
• Coordinate and deliver training and in-service activities, including food safety, waste sorting, energy-efficient equipment use and sustainable purchasing practices.
• Obtain 12 hours of annual continuing education/training and maintain ServSafe Certification.

Technology, Records, Finance & Compliance

• Ensure the accuracy and maintenance of the electronic point-of-sale system, including updating system menus, passwords, parental notifications and program participation reporting.
• Supervise and maintain records and files related to food preparation and service, costs, inventories, personnel and other records for audit purposes.
• Maintain cafeteria accounting procedures in accordance with district standards and State and federal regulations, including N.J.A.C. 6A:23A (Fiscal Accountability, Efficiency and Budgeting Procedures), and coordinate the audit of cafeteria accounts with the Board's auditor.
• Conduct the required annual survey to determine eligibility for free and reduced-price meals or free milk, including verifying applications.
• Oversee all aspects of the free and reduced-price meal application process, including distribution, receipt, eligibility determination, verification, notification and record retention.
• Oversee the direct certification process, including matching student data against State and federal program lists (such as SNAP and TANF) and ensuring eligible students are certified for free meals.
• Supervise and maintain records for the free and reduced-price meal programs, afterschool snack program and dinner program.
• Apply for government surplus food and commodities for school cafeteria use and direct its distribution and transfer.
• Administer the departmental budget.
• Review and evaluate all requests and recommendations for the purchase of new and replacement equipment.
• Assist in the preparation of specifications and bid conditions for all items requiring bids by law (N.J.S.A. 18A:18A, Public School Contracts Law) or Board policy.
• Meet with vendors, suppliers and salespeople as necessary, and evaluate vendor performance, including sustainability criteria and certifications.
• Support compliance with USDA school nutrition program requirements, the district Local Wellness Policy and applicable New Jersey school nutrition requirements.

Sustainability, Data & Community Engagement

• Implement and support sustainability initiatives in school cafeterias, including farm-to-school, food waste reduction, composting and recycling programs, in coordination with the Nutrition and Sustainability Specialist.
• Collect and analyze data on food purchasing, participation, food waste and operating costs, and prepare progress reports with evidence-based recommendations for district leadership, grants and community stakeholders.
• Perform such other duties as assigned by the School Business Administrator or designee.

Physical Demands: The following physical demands are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to:

• Sit, stand, walk, speak, and hear for extended periods for various tasks.
• Use hands and arms to reach, handle, and operate tools, computers, or controls.
• Lift and carry items necessary for job performance.
• Use close, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and adjust focus as needed.

Environmental Demands:

The following environmental conditions are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.

• Possible exposure to a range of childhood and adult illnesses.
• Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions.
• Work performed in heated, air-conditioned, ventilated facilities.
• Moderate to high noise level at times, especially during school hours, assemblies or events.
• Frequent interruptions from calls, walk-ins and urgent requests.
• Possible exposure to cleaning agents, kitchen equipment, hot surfaces and equipment-related chemicals.

Additional Information

• Reports To: School Business Administrator or designee
• Evaluated By: School Business Administrator or designee
• Supervises: All cafeteria personnel
• Employment Period: Twelve-month, non-tenurable position
• Union Affiliation: Non-affiliated

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, including spouse, child and family coverage
• Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (PERS)
• Optional pre-tax benefits available, including flexible spending accounts for childcare, healthcare and transportation

Starting Minimum Salary: $90,000

Starting Maximum Salary: $115,000

Residency Requirement

Under New Jersey's "New Jersey First Act" (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7), all employees of New Jersey public school districts must maintain bona fide New Jersey residency as a condition of employment. Candidates must already reside in New Jersey or establish residency within the required timeframe after hire. Current employees who were hired on or before September 1, 2011 are exempt from this requirement and may continue to reside outside the state. In limited circumstances, applicants may request a residency waiver through the state's Employee Residency Review Committee if they can demonstrate critical need or hardship; approval is not guaranteed.

HOW TO APPLY

Camden City School District is only accepting electronic applications. Please visit our District Website (camdencityschools.org/about/divisions/careers) to submit your resume, cover letter, and references today. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent's approval)