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School Cafeteria Manager
Alabama State Department of Education —Bessemer, AL
- Online Application
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Alabama State Department of Education —Bessemer, AL
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Erwin MS - CNP Manager
Alabama State Department of Education —Birmingham, AL
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- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
Rudd MS - CNP Manager
Alabama State Department of Education —Birmingham, AL
- $36,380 - $47,173 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
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Alabama State Department of Education —Birmingham, AL
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Alabama State Department of Education —Birmingham, AL
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School Cafeteria Manager

Alabama State Department of Education -
Bessemer, AL

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Job Title: School Cafeteria Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time (10–11 Month Position)

Location: Empower Community School of Alabama

Reports To: Child Nutrition Program Director

Position Summary

Empower Community School, a public charter school in Alabama, is seeking a dedicated and organized Middle School Cafeteria Manager to oversee daily food service operations. This position ensures students receive nutritious, high-quality meals in compliance with federal child nutrition guidelines and Alabama state regulations. The Cafeteria Manager plays a key role in supporting student wellness while maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming dining environment.

Key Responsibilities

Food Service Operations

· Plan, prepare, and serve breakfast and lunch meals in compliance with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.

· Ensure compliance with the Alabama State Department of Education Child Nutrition Program requirements.

· Maintain accurate production records and meal counts in accordance with federal reimbursement standards.

· Accommodate documented special dietary needs and food allergies.

Compliance & Food Safety

· Ensure adherence to food safety standards established by the Alabama Department of Public Health.

· Maintain ServSafe (or equivalent) Food Protection Manager certification.

· Monitor food temperatures, sanitation logs, and storage procedures daily.

· Prepare for health inspections and audits.

Staff Leadership & Team Management

· Supervise, schedule, and evaluate cafeteria staff.

· Provide training on food safety, customer service, and operational procedures.

· Promote a positive, student-centered culture aligned with the school’s mission.

Budgeting & Inventory Control

· Manage food and supply ordering within an allocated budget.

· Maintain inventory records and minimize waste.

· Oversee point-of-sale systems, daily deposits, and required financial reporting.

Student Experience & School Culture

· Foster a respectful, efficient dining atmosphere.

· Support the Empower’s wellness initiatives and nutrition education efforts.

· Communicate professionally with students, families, and staff.

Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Food Service Management, Nutrition, or related field preferred.

· Minimum 2–3 years of food service experience; institutional or school nutrition experience preferred; supervisory experience

strongly preferred

· Knowledge of USDA National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP) requirements.

· Current ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days).

· Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

· Proficiency with basic computer systems and meal tracking software.

· Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama State Department of Education and Alabama state

statutes.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to stand for extended periods.

· Ability to lift up to 30-50 pounds.

· Comfortable working in a commercial kitchen environment with exposure to heat and noise.

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive salary based on experience.

· Participation in the Teachers’ Retirement System of Alabama (if applicable).

· Health, dental, and vision insurance options.

· Professional development opportunities.

About Empower Schools of Alabama

As a public charter school in Alabama, Empower Schools of Alabama operates with increased flexibility and accountability while maintaining compliance with state and federal education and nutrition standards. We are committed to academic excellence, student wellness, and a supportive school culture.

What We Believe at Empower

· All students can learn and deserve access to high-quality school experiences

· Every child deserves to be seen, supported, and challenged

· Social-emotional development is essential to the overall student success

· Collaboration with families and community is critical

Behavioral/Cognitive Assessment:

As part of the application process at Empower Schools of Alabama we ask all candidates to take several brief assessments after the submission of a resume or completion of an online application. For the first assessment, you will click on this LINK . Please enter your contact information. Upon completion of the first assessment, you will receive a link for the second assessment at the provided email address. The link will come from [email protected].

In the first assessment,

· There are no right or wrong answers

· The assessment takes about 5 minutes to complete

· You should take on a laptop or desktop

· Make sure that you are in Google Chrome with a stable internet connection

Once you complete the first assessment, you will immediately receive a link to the 2 nd assessment. Unlike the prior assessment, this is a timed test. Please consider the following

· There are 50 questions

· You will have 12 minutes to complete

· Questions will include three types of questions: numerical, verbal, and spatial-reasoning

· Please complete the assessment on a laptop or desktop

· Make sure that you are in Google Chrome with a stable internet connection

· Ensure that you are in a quiet place where you will not be distracted or disturbed

· Be in a competitive state of mind.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Empower Schools of Alabama considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Non-Discrimination Statement

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Empower Schools of Alabama does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by law, in providing education services, activities, and programs.

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