CNS Manager Trainee

About the Role

Serves in a training role to learn and become proficient in the direct administration of food production, customer service, and sound fiscal control.

Key Responsibilities

• Participates in and demonstrates proficiency in the Manager Trainee classroom instruction with a minimum score of 80% accuracy on a comprehensive evaluation.
• Learns and demonstrates proficiency in the duties and responsibilities of a Child Nutrition Manager, including management skills, food production, food service sanitation, food ordering, equipment use and care, employee training and evaluation, record keeping, and reports by participating in on-the-job training in assigned schools.
• Follows verbal and written duties as assigned by the Child Nutrition Manager, Training Manager, and/or Training Supervisor.
• Complies with all local, state, and federal policies and procedures for Child Nutrition Services.
• Serves as a backup for absent CNS Managers with little or no advance notice.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Google Apps
• ServSafe certification (required before training period ends)
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Considerable knowledge of child nutrition laws, policies, and procedures.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and administer detailed instructions, schedules, and recipes in large quantities.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in food service management.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• Operates in a professional office and school cafeteria environment.
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers.
• Routinely uses cafeteria/food preparation equipment.
• Must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, external agencies, vendors, students, parents, and the community.
• Work is considered heavy physical work, requiring the exertion of up to 40 pounds of force.
• Frequently requires driving automotive equipment for travel within Wake County.