Cafeteria Manager

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School, Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech High School – New Bedford, Massachusetts.

Job : 5504209

Final date to receive applications: Feb 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Feb 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $46,212 to $66,489 Per Year

Position: Cafeteria Manager – 2026‑2027 School Year (10‑Month Position, 200 days)

Purpose: Oversees all aspects of the student school breakfast and lunch programs and directs kitchen staff while complying with all state, federal, and local requirements and guidelines.

• Participates in the development of general policy concerning the Regional School Lunch Program.
• Processes School Lunch applications and other state reporting.
• Establishes work‑performance standards, schedules, and evaluates personnel.
• Keeps staff informed of required health laws, including chest x‑rays, and good sanitation practices.
• Cooperates in establishing a financial policy consistent with school lunch regulation to provide adequate, satisfying lunches at minimum cost.
• Assists in developing and administering accurate accounting procedures and records, proper control and management of money, labor, food, supplies, and other costs.
• Plans menus based on sound principles of nutrition and pupil acceptance.
• Develops standard recipes and portions for food preparation and serving.
• Develops specifications and quality standards for ordering food, supplies, and equipment and ensures proper care and storage.
• Requisition s food, supplies, and equipment, including service and maintenance for the Regional School Lunch Program.
• Orders and receives food and supplies.
• Maintains records necessary for the proper control of equipment and supplies per regulations.
• Maintains high standards of sanitation and safety throughout all phases of the food service program.
• Participates in school and community health and nutrition projects as opportunities arise.
• Cooperates and coordinates with custodial staff in cleaning and maintaining food service and storage areas.
• Cooperates with administration and school health personnel to ensure that qualified needy children receive reduced‑price or free lunches and breakfast.
• Works closely with culinary arts instructors.
• Trains new cafeteria personnel.
• Prepares weekly payroll.
• Participates in staff and faculty meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and

Experience:

High School Graduate or GED; experience in food service and office procedures. Supervisory experience desirable.

Knowledge: Demonstrates knowledge of school breakfast and lunch programs, menu planning, budgeting, and fiscal responsibility.

Ability: Ability to learn and use facilities, equipment, and materials safely; communicate effectively; maintain working relationships with all school employees, students, teachers, parents, and vendors; recognize school priorities; prioritize multiple tasks under time pressure.

Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; sensitivity to diverse student populations; willingness to perform duties with respect for community dynamics; role model and mentor for students; supervise, manage, and motivate hourly employees.

Requires use of sensory skills to communicate effectively; uses personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine; may climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift (up to 40 pounds), and perform repetitive motions.

• Typical kitchen or cafeteria setting.
• Interaction with school staff, teachers, students, parents, and vendors.

The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Pam Smith, HR Administrator Assistant
• 1121 Ashley Blvd.
• New Bedford, Massachusetts 02745
• Phone: 508‑998‑3321 ext. 375
• Email: psmith