Floating Kitchen Manager (26 - 27 School Year) - DIST

2026 - 20027 School Year

District Wide

DESCRIPTION

Floating Kitchen Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Seeking qualified candidates for a floating Kitchen Manager. Under direction - is responsible for the management of various cafeterias. Key responsibilities include:

• Planning, directing, assessing, implementing, and evaluating the breakfast and lunch program in the assigned kitchen(s) in order to meet the nutritional needs of the student population.
• Food production and procurement - ordering, receiving, storage, preparation, serving, and clean-up of daily menu items.
• Preparing all record-keeping including food production worksheets, daily reports, bank deposits, and inventory.
• Familiarity with computerized POS systems for meal accountability and account balances.
• Staff management - coordinates staff schedule and provides training; instructs employees in the proper procedures of sanitation, safety, and presentation
• Customer service - respond to student and parent inquiries and maintain standards of service
• Communication- Consistently collaborate with school staff regarding menu items, changes, and specific dietary requirements to ensure smooth food service operations.
• Scheduling- Plan and coordinate deliveries to all schools within the district. Maintain and update the food courier schedule to guarantee timely and efficient distribution.
Operations Management- Assess and oversee the needs of each school to ensure effective food service operations. Monitor and manage inventory levels of food and supplies across the district. Receive all deliveries at the loading dock and distribute items accurately to the appropriate schools.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• ServSafe Certified
• Minimum 5 years experience with NSLP and SBP
• Ability to maintain a positive working environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10 - Month Contract, 6.5-8 Hours Daily. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position is Step 0 $18.74 - Step 7 $21.25 with an added stipend of $5/ hourly . Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.

BENEFITS

For full time staff include:

• Medical, dental and prescription insurance
• Personal and sick days
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
Paid holidays

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of

Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job

description does not constitute a written employment contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION: Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law

and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.