Child Nutrition Program, Manager

JOB TITLE: Child Nutrition Program (CNP) Manager

REPORTS TO: Principal and CNP Director

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in institutional food service preferred
• ServSafe Certification, required

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cooperates with the principal, CNP Director, and faculty in planning, developing, and utilizing the school food service program as a laboratory for positive student learning experiences
• Assists in interpreting program goals and objectives to students, parents, and the community
• Maintains effective control over financial operations, personnel, inventory, food production, work schedules, purchasing, commodities, and equipment
• Ensures menus and portion sizes meet USDA meal pattern requirements for breakfast, lunch, and snack programs (as applicable)
• Establishes and maintains security control procedures for CNP funds, food, supplies, and equipment
• Maintains accurate financial, participation, and food production records
• Ensures sanitary operation in compliance with Alabama Department of Public Health regulations
• Supports and follows Opelika City Board of Education policies and procedures
• Adheres to established purchasing procedures and the Alabama Bid Law
• Supervises and trains employees in food production, equipment use and care, serving procedures, sanitation, and facility maintenance
• Prepares and posts daily written work schedules, including menus and staff assignments
• Enforces CNP dress standards and promotes employee compliance
• Encourages and participates in professional growth and development for staff
• Demonstrates the physical and mental capability to manage a CNP operation
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Performs other duties related to the CNP as assigned by the principal (e.g., banquets, receptions)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Nine (9) month contract (187 days).

SALARY

• Salary will be determined according to the approved salary schedule and based on verified experience and credentials.

EVALUATION

• Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The employee must possess sufficient physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and visual acuity to perform essential functions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• All candidates must submit to a background check; employment is contingent upon meeting suitability criteria established by the Alabama State Department of Education.
• The Opelika Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
• The Opelika Board of Education participates in the federal E-Verify program; new employees must provide documentation to verify identity and authorization to work in the United States.