FY26: Food Services Field Manager,10-mo, Department of Food and Nutrition Services, 8hrs/10mos, Ad Closes 5/18/2026

Job Description - FY26: Food Services Field Manager,10-mo, Department of Food and Nutrition Services, 8hrs/10mos, Ad Closes 5/18/2026 (26002S2) Job Description FY26: Food Services Field Manager,10-mo, Department of Food and Nutrition Services, 8hrs/10mos, Ad Closes 5/18/2026

Job Specific Information:

The wage range for this position is between $30.36 and $43.86 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.

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//drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view MCPS Official Job Description

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION

Under direction of the food services supervisor, is responsible for training and technical support for cafeteria managers and satellite managers in the areas of managerial skills, regulatory procedures, accountability, computer applications, employee training, scheduling assignments, cafeteria staff supervision, equipment operation, and evaluation of cafeteria staff. In addition, often serves in a cafeteria manager role at various locations as needed, due to absences, staffing shortages, and vacancies and has immediate responsibility for the management and operation of a school cafeteria. Troubleshoots issues related food service operations which may include technology and software used for cafeteria operations. Reviews and analyzes various daily reports and identifies and resolves -errors and issues Assists with training cafeteria managers and workers in the use of equipment, various cafeteria functions, procedures, technical systems and programs. Work of this position requires independent decision-making, effective leadership and involves strict adherence to nutrition, sanitation, and safety standards and economic use of food and supplies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to perform work requiring sustained moderate physical effort, movement of objects weighing 40-60 pounds, operation of commercial food service equipment, continuous standing and extreme variations in temperature.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Personal car use required. Ability to work overtime as required. Substitute for cafeteria or satellite manager or cafeteria worker as needed. Completion of the MCPS Food Service Cafeteria Manager Test at score required for a Cafeteria Manager

IV. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Completion of the MCPS Food Service Cafeteria Manager Test at score required for a Cafeteria Manager IV. Ability to work with students, teachers and school leadership staff demonstrating the seven SSPGS core competencies. Strong communication, training and human relations skills to work cooperatively in close proximity with others under constant deadlines. Ability to effectively communicate to meet the needs of all customers: students, school staff and community. Considerable knowledge of the National School Meals programs, including all federal, state and local guidelines. Thorough knowledge of free and reduced-price meal benefits guidelines and accountability procedures. Knowledge of nutrition and MCPS meal requirements. Working knowledge of management and supervision strategies consistent with Montgomery County Public Schools standards and applicable to the Division of Food and Nutrition Services. Ability to analyze and utilize data to maintain an efficient and cost-effective cafeteria operation. Ability to train cafeteria, satellite managers, and Perm Subs, and TPTs in the areas of cafeteria management, delegation of duties, leadership, evaluation techniques, accountability, culinary skills and fostering professional growth and opportunity for advancement, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines for safe food handling from receiving to service, standard sanitation procedures for care and cleaning of kitchen equipment, ordering and inventory and the proper use of and procedures for IT systems, software, and technology-based equipment. Ability to evaluate the accuracy of reports and the use of established reporting methods. Skill in computer use, data entry and cashiering in food service operations. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

High School or GED diploma required. Prior experience in a supervisory or management capacity in a school or other institutional food service setting. Experience in the operation of a variety of commercial food service equipment required. Experience in all aspects of existing point-of-sale system required. Some experience assessing and troubleshooting technical issues or technology-based equipment is preferred. Microsoft Office skills desirable. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class C noncommercial driver's license. Sanitation certification required or obtains this certification during the first six months of employment.

Job:

Food /

Nutrition Services Job Grade:

19 Optimal Qualified

Organization:

Offices Primary Location:

Gaithersburg

Schedule:

Part-time | 1.000 (80 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months:

10

Shift:

Day Job

Job Posting:

May 7, 2026, 2:34:28 PM - May 18, 2026, 9:59:00 PM