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Start Your Online Application Now Date Closing: 06/02/2026 Cafeteria Manager.pdf Cafeteria Manager Homecroft Elementary School 40 hours/38 week | Monday - Friday Starting Wage: $19.95/hr + Benefits Join the Duluth Public Schools team, where we work to inspire every student to achieve their potential and prepare students to lead productive, fulfilling lives . Summary: The School Cafeteria Manager is a lead worker responsible for coordinating and overseeing all operational aspects of a complex, high-volume school food service program. As a senior member of the Child Nutrition team, this role provides work direction, guidance, and expertise to staff, ensuring the preparation of nutritious, appealing meals and the consistent adherence to safety and sanitation standards. The manager is also responsible for managing financial records, inventory, and administrative tasks, fostering a collaborative work environment, and serving as a central point of communication for the cafeteria. Minimum Qualifications: Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate Minimum three (3) years of experience working in a production or institutional food service operation, OR a combination of education, training and/or experience in the area of nutrition or food preparation for 100 or more, totaling (4) years. Knowledge Requirements: Preparation and care of large quantities of food. Policies and procedures pertaining to food service programs. Basic and intermediate mathematics for measuring conversions. Safety and sanitary operation of kitchen equipment. Basic recordkeeping, accounting principles, and inventory management. Skill Requirements: ? Advanced culinary skills for preparing a variety of food products in a multi-station cafeteria. Effective written and verbal communication. Conflict resolution and excellent interpersonal skills. Basic computer skills. Keeping accurate records and making reports. Proficiency in using basic computer and software applications Abilities: Organize and prioritize work based on production needs. Coordinate staff activities and direct the preparation of a variety of products simultaneously. Work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. Make effective, quick decisions. Interpret, explain, and apply written and oral instructions and regulations. In addition to rewarding career opportunities, Duluth Public Schools offers an excellent benefit package to employees who are hired into positions scheduled to work 24 hours/week or more. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: Medical/Prescription Drug Plan with Health Reimbursement Arrangement Single Coverage ? District pays 100% of premium (FREE) + contributes $2,612.50 into HRA annually Family Coverage ? District pays 75% of premium (25% employee contribution) + contributes $5,225 into HRA annually Dental Plan Single Coverage ? District pays 100% of Basic premium (FREE) Family Coverage ? District pays 25% of Premium Life Insurance District provides minimum of $50,000 of life insurance at no cost, employee may purchase supplemental life insurance Long Term Disability District-provided at no cost to employee Flexible Spending Accounts Employees may elect to contribute on a pre-tax basis to Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts Retirement The District contributes 7.25% of your total salary in the Public Employees Retirement Association) pension plan. Employees may also elect to participate in Tax-Shelter Annuity options. Time Off Each bargaining unit contract defines time off provisions such as holidays, sick/personal leave, vacation, etc. Contact Information: If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at 218-336-8722 or email noncerthr@isd709.org Duluth Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online