ITINERANT CNP ASSISTANT MANAGER POOL 2026-2027 SY at Alabama State Department of Education

Itinerant Child Nutrition Programs Assistant Manager

Reports To: Child Nutrition Supervisor, Director, School Principal, and Manager

Work Days: 9 Months (184 Days) - Salary: Classified Schedule 74 6 ($27,343 - $35,382)

Location: TBA - FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Job Description: To assist with the management of the school food service program in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations, local and state health ordinances, and school district policies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise child nutrition workers/assistants in the school food service operation; including USDA breakfast/lunch, after school snacks, approved special functions or other food service needs.
• Supervise the preparation of menus as directed or approved by the child nutrition programs director and assists in meal preparation when necessary.
• Order food and supplies as assigned through the central office.
• Maintain records as necessary for accountability.
• Train and evaluate child nutrition staff at the direction and/or approval of the child nutrition programs manager or supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with safety and health regulations as established by federal, state, and local agencies.
• Participate in all managers' training programs and staff meetings.
• Follow recommendations of child nutrition programs director in matters of program operations.
• Have a working knowledge of computer systems or manual registers at assigned school.
• Obtain approved substitutes for staff on leave.
• Interview and recommend candidates for employment as child nutrition assistant worker/assistant and cashier.
• Supervise the cleaning of the kitchen, serving line, storage, and dining areas; checks all cafeteria equipment for safety and cleanliness and notifies appropriate authorities when repairs and/or replacements are needed.
• Evaluate child nutrition programs staff according to criteria and documents approved by the Board of Education.
• Ensure all child nutrition programs staff (worker/assistants and cashiers) wears the selected uniform for the school.
• Perform duties in a manner that promotes good public relations.
• Maintain confidentiality of any school system related business.
• Be familiar with and follow Board of Education policies.
• Maintain proper and professional relationship with students and other employees.
• Perform managerial duties at assigned or alternate site in the absence of the child nutrition programs manager.
• Perform related child nutrition program duties as assigned by the principal, director, area supervisor, or child nutrition programs manager.
• Use current technology for instruction and management purposes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to compile and analyze data, interpret the laws, policies, and regulations pertaining to the work.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Effective oral and written communication.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required. Must be willing to travel from school to school as needed.
• Experience in institutional food preparation, including one year supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Possess or be able to obtain a Serv-Safe Certification according to the requirements set forth by the Jefferson County Health Department.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Application Requirements:

• Completed Application (HireTrue)
• Resume (uploaded to application)
• Three (3) returned References (HireTrue)
• Please ensure all information is current within a 6 month period

Physical Requirements: Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

Revised: April 2026