CNS Manager (0-400 Participation) - Wake County Public School System

POSITION PURPOSE:

Provides direct management in a school cafeteria in the areas of food production, customer service, cash handling and inventory.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of child nutrition laws, policies, and procedures;

Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;

Effective time management skills;

Excellent customer service skills;

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations required for completion of records and reports;

Ability to read, interpret, and administer detailed instructions, schedules, and recipes in large quantities;

Ability to demonstrate appropriate food production skills;

Ability to work independently without close supervision;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, and the community.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must be ServSafe Certified or able to become ServSafe Certified and maintain certification tri-annually;

Successfully complete the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) CNS Manager Trainee program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in food service management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manages a school cafeteria and provides nutritionally appropriate meals following federal meal pattern standards.

Maintains required records, reports, and inventories in compliance with federal and state regulations.

Establishes and maintains internal fiscal controls and accountability, including proper cash handling procedures and making daily fund deposits.

Schedules and evaluates cafeteria staff and conducts school level cafeteria staff meetings.

Provides on the job training in the use and care of equipment, quality food production, and state sanitation regulations.

Order’s food and supplies as needed, checks the cost and quality of items received, and ensures proper storage.

Complies with policies and procedures in the Wake County Public Schools Child Nutrition Handbook.

Provides effective communication and customer service to students, parents and school system staff as appropriate.

Stays abreast of changes in child nutrition laws and policies by attending scheduled trainings and meetings as required.

Performs other related duties as assigned.