Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools - Sub Kitchen Manager

Position Summary

The Food Service Manager – Float is responsible for providing temporary management and operational support at various school cafeteria locations on an as-needed, on-call basis. This position provides coverage for regularly assigned Food Service Managers during absences, vacations, staffing shortages, and other operational needs.

The Float Manager ensures that daily cafeteria operations run smoothly while maintaining high standards of food quality, customer service, food safety, and USDA meal program compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide temporary management coverage at various school cafeteria locations as needed. Oversee daily food preparation, production, serving, and cleanup operations. Ensure meals meet USDA National School Lunch and Breakfast Program requirements. Supervise, support, and direct cafeteria staff during assigned shifts. Ensure proper food handling, sanitation, and food safety procedures are followed.

Monitor meal counts, production records, temperature logs, and required documentation. Assist with inventory management, food ordering, receiving, and storage. Maintain positive relationships with school administrators, staff, students, and customers. Address operational concerns and communicate staffing or supply needs to district management.

Adapt to different school locations, menus, staffing needs, and operational procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Previous food service or food service management experience preferred. Supervisory or leadership experience preferred. Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and meal service operations. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and adapt to changing assignments. ServSafe certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification.

Schedule and Availability On-call, as-needed position. Hours and work locations will vary depending on operational needs. Must be available to provide coverage at multiple school cafeteria locations. Flexibility and reliable transportation between assigned locations are required. Work assignments may include short-notice coverage when staffing needs arise.

Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to lift and carry food service supplies and equipment as needed. Ability to work in a fast-paced cafeteria environment. Equal Employment Opportunity The Nutrition Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.