Cafeteria Manager IV - Friendsville Elementary School - GCPS

Cafeteria Manager IV - Friendsville Elementary School - GCPS JobID: 1078

Position Type:

Food Services/Caferteria Manager

Date Posted:

6/5/2026

Location:

Friendsville Elementary School

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Position: Cafeteria Manager IV - Friendsville Elementary

Status: Full-time, non-exempt (AFT Bargaining Unit)

Terms: 7.0 hours per day, 5 days per week, 186-day work year, but may be greater depending upon system needs

Salary: AFT Negotiated Head Custodian & Cafeteria Manager Salary Scale (Range: $33,865 - $38,406)

Supervisor: Principal, Supervisor of Food and Nutrition Services, and/or Director of Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations

Availability: 2026-2027 School year

Deadline: Open until filled; priority given to applications received by June 15, 2026

Job Description:

The cafeteria manager will supervise and administer the school food service program, serve food items to students and/or school personnel, and maintain food service facilities in a safe and sanitary condition.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience as a full-time school food service assistant, Person in Charge, or Manager, or experience in cooking, food management, and kitchen operation for a private or public organization
• Complete Garrett County School Food Service Training Programs, including ServSafe
• Demonstrate aptitude for and interest in work to be performed
• Be able to utilize modern electronic forms of communication and electronic inventory to complete the essential job functions.
• Successful completion of required criminal, drug, and tuberculosis screenings
• Provide proof of United States citizenship or legal resident alien status
• Ability to perform basic math, read, and follow instructions
• Ability to understand multi-step written and oral instructions
• Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills including, but not limited to, the ability to interact successfully with diverse stakeholders (i.e., staff, administration, prospective employees, colleges and universities, businesses, general public, community agencies, etc.)
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work on multiple and concurrent tasks while experiencing frequent interruptions
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to meet intensive deadlines.
• Ability to maintain emotional control while addressing stressful situations
• Ability to work irregular hours, as necessary
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, feel, climb, balance, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, push, pull, and carry
• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects averaging 50-75 lbs.
• Significant dexterity of hands and fingers

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• ServSafe Certified
• At least three (3) years of experience in school food service or a food service-related field

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties and responsibilities are intended only as examples. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not exclude it from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment.

The cafeteria manager will:

• Maintain a daily lunch tally, receipts, deposits, and disbursements and keep accurate financial records;
• Open the kitchen, set up equipment, and prepare the cafeteria to serve for the day
• Plan, coordinate, assign, oversee, and participate as required in the preparation, cooking and serving of food
• Maintain consistency in food preparation and service to students and staff
• Train personnel in operational procedures
• Order food, paper, and other supplies as needed through the electronic inventory system or vendor
• Supervise the cleaning of the cafeteria, equipment, small wares, etc. as required
• Prepare and maintain accurate food production records
• Prepare foods according to USDA guidelines for the Child Nutrition Program
• Identify problems and make appropriate changes when necessary
• Compile bills, day-end reports, deposit slips, etc., and file accordingly in an accurate manner
• Ensure the proper storage of food and supplies
• Attends regularly scheduled manager meetings and training
• Reports equipment problems accordingly
• Promote the school meal program to increase participation
• Communicate effectively with central office staff, school administrators and staff, and cafeteria employees
• Be responsible for complete, accurate, and timely reports and records required to be submitted to the County School Food Authority
• Establish a safety-conscious staff, maintain adherence to high health standards as set forth by the Health Department, coordinate the duties and assignments of the cafeteria workers and insure that all employees are well groomed and neat in appearance
• Maintain set standards of food portion control
• Use proper serving techniques
• Assist in keeping food preparation areas in a clean and orderly manner
• Demonstrate proficiency, flexibility, self-motivation, accountability and ownership, and positive and professional demeanor.
• Perform other necessary duties as assigned

Total Compensation Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, and participation in the Maryland Retirement and Pension Plan, with optional 403(b) contributions. Employees receive paid sick leave, personal days, vacation, and access to wellness programs and employee assistance resources.

Questions:

If you have questions and require assistance accessing or completing the online application, contact the Office of Human Resources and Employee Relations at 301-334-8904.

Accommodation Requests:

If you are contacted for an interview, please notify the Office of Human Resources and Employee Relations of any reasonable disability-related accommodation requests.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Garrett County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any federal, or state or local protected class. Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Human Resources and Employee Relations at 301-334-8904.