Share this job SVGs not supported by this browser. Description Full Job Description About : Designed with input from nearly 1,000 South DeKalb community members, we are a tuition-free, public Kindergarten-8th grade South DeKalb charter school currently enrolling grades K-5 (adding a grade each year). Our vision is that each child will know and leverage their unique brilliance to critically analyze the world around them and to design a better and more equitable future (learn more about our founding journey ). Reports To: Operations Manager Position Summary: The Food Service Manager manages the cafeteria/nutrition services program and supporting school-based operations functions. This person ensures that meals are prepared and served in a safe, efficient, and welcoming way; and maintains compliance with federal, state, and local nutrition regulations. The responsibilities of the Food Service Manager will be delegated by the School Operations Manager. Daily duties will include: Oversee daily heating, serving, and clean-up of meals in accordance with the school’s nutrition program. Monitor food inventory, order supplies, maintain food-service equipment, and manage food cost controls and waste reduction. Ensure full compliance with local, state and federal guidelines (including USDA meal patterns, NSL, ServSafe or other food safety certifications). Maintain accurate production records, meal counts, participation numbers, invoices, and reporting required by the nutrition program. Help create a welcoming cafeteria environment, ensuring service is timely, customer-focused, and aligned with the school culture of excellence. Alignment to Mission: DeKalb Brilliance Academy has a charge from our community to build a different kind of education. Instead of operating in isolation, we build learning partnerships between educators and a) students (our most important stakeholders), b) families (experts on our students), and c) community leaders (experts on the fields in which our students will lead). The work to found our school will be complex, challenging, and deeply rewarding. DeKalb Brilliance Academy is a great fit for individuals who are: Purpose-driven: have deep reverence for the brilliance of our children and unwavering commitment to empowering our children to have impactful legacies in our communities Community-minded: has ability work collaboratively with peers and manage up to improve the work of everyone around them Emotionally intelligent: knows how to care for themselves, collaborate with others, use tools to regulate their emotions under stress, and approach difficult situations with others with empathy and compassion Equity-minded: understand how specific behaviors, laws, and institutions limit the rights and freedoms of people and work with our community to take collective action to make our world fairer for everyone. Strong project and time managers: has ability to adapt and persevere to deliver consistent and timely results to reach our goals Have a founder’s mindset: is a creative problem solver, enjoys building from the ground up Can complete physical demands of the role (including standing and walking for extended periods of time and lifting heavy objects up to 40lbs) Shift : 7:00am - 1:00pm Requirements ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire) and/or equivalent state food safety credentials. Previous experience (1-3 years) in a school nutrition setting, food service program, or cafeteria operations preferred. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask and handle multiple operational priorities simultaneously. Basic computer skills for inventory tracking, ordering systems, meal-count software, and operational reports (experience with Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel a plus). Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; commitment to working as part of a team in a fast-paced school environment. Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and carry up to 40 pounds, work around food-service equipment and potential hazards (hot food, slippery floors, etc.). Must have reliable transportation to and from the work site. Must be able to successfully pass a nationwide criminal background check. High School Diploma or equivalent Benefits Competitive compensation commensurate on experience ($23/hour+) Compensation is based on , 180 instructional days (2 asynchronous), 19 professional development days, 11 paid holidays. Competitively-priced medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance. Contributions to the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) in accordance with Georgia state law, as well as an additional, optional 403(b) retirement account. Statement of Non-Discrimination: DeKalb Brilliance Academy is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. DeKalb Brilliance Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. Apply for this job