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

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

CNS MANAGER

WORKING TITLE

CNS Manager

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Child Nutrition Services (CNS)

LOCATION

School Site

PAY GRADE

(0-400 Participation)-Noncertified Grade 19

(401-800 Participation)-Noncertified Grade 20

(801-1000 Participation)-Noncertified Grade 21

(1001-1400 Participation)-Noncertified Grade 22

(1401-1800 Participation)-Noncertified Grade 23

(Multi-campus)-Noncertified Grade 24

FLSA STATUS

Nonexempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

No

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (varies based on school assignment) 

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 (KSAs)

• Considerable knowledge of child nutrition laws, policies, and procedures;
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
• 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:

1. Manages a school cafeteria and provides nutritionally appropriate meals following federal meal pattern standards.
2. Maintains required records, reports, and inventories in compliance with federal and state regulations.
3. Establishes and maintains internal fiscal controls and accountability, including proper cash handling procedures and making daily fund deposits.
4. Schedules and evaluates cafeteria staff and conducts school level cafeteria staff meetings.
5. Provides on the job training in the use and care of equipment, quality food production, and state sanitation regulations.
6. Orders food and supplies, as needed, checks the cost and quality of items received, and ensures proper storage.
7. Complies with policies and procedures in the Wake County Public Schools Child Nutrition Handbook.
8. Provides effective communication and customer service to students, parents, and school system staff, as appropriate.
9. Stays abreast of changes in child nutrition laws and policies by attending scheduled trainings and meetings, as required.
10. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position operates in an office and school cafeteria environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, and cafeteria/food preparation equipment. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, and the community. Work is considered heavy physical work, requiring the exertion of up to 40 pounds of force. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment.

EFFECTIVE DATE:  11/2023

DISCLAIMER:  The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position.  They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position.  This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.