Lunchroom Manager (Open-To-The-Public)

OPEN-TO-THE-PUBLIC

JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR CINCINNATI PUBLIC SCHOOLS

CITY OF CINCINNATI - CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION OFFICIAL BULLETIN

LUNCHROOM MANAGER

EXAMINATION #26-13



TITLE: LUNCHROOM MANAGER

HOURLY RATE: $28.89

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MONDAY AUGUST 31 2026 @11:59 P.M.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

This position manages the lunchroom operations of elementary junior high middle or small senior high school preparing most foods on premises.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

Oversee and participate in food production.
Responsible for making sure serving is on time and prepared according to
recipes.
Make certain adequate amounts of food are served.
Enforce State Local Federal and Board of Education sanitation standards and regulations.
Ensure equipment and work areas are clean.
Oversee the proper handling and storage of food.
Ensure dishes and other utensils are free of bacteria.
Maintain updated work manuals and records.
Prepare a variety of required reports.
Supervise train direct and motivate employees.
Delegate work to proper employees.
Evaluate and appraise employees performance.
Establish work standards and schedules of employees.
Resolve minor grievances and other personnel problems.
Maintain tight control of inventory and storage supplies.
Verify lunchroom orders are complete and accurate.
Contact Lunchroom Managers for corrections before approval to submit to vendors.
Complete monitoring forms to insure proper service and documentation for the After
School Snack Program and Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program.
Acts as Itinerant Manager as needed.
Provide assistance to Supervisors in training and special projects.
Responsible for managing the lunchroom ordering system and programs as assigned.
Performs related duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF KNOWLEDGES SKILLS ABILITIES WHICH MAY BE SAMPLED/MEASURED/INCLUDED IN THIS EXAM:

Knowledge of:

• elements of report preparation and writing.
• basics of supervision.
• basic mathematics including use of fractions decimals and percentages.
• problem solving techniques.
• inventory control.
• basic English and English usage.
• volume food production including ordering supplies and commodities storing food and cooking terminology preparation equipment and serving.
• general sanitation standards as they relate to food operation.
• english and math sufficient to write reports.

Skill to:

• operate a computer.

Ability to:

• communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• prepare clear concise and accurate reports.
• oversee and participate in food production.
• supervise (train direct motivate delegate work evaluate and appraise worker performance resolve minor grievances and other personnel problems.
• plan and organize work estimate requirements accurately and set reasonable priorities.
• deal effectively with all types of people.
• read interpret convert and follow recipes.
• perform basic arithmetic calculations including use of fractions decimals and percentages.
• keep work environment neat and orderly.
• work under pressure of time to complete schedules and production changes.
• handle and account for moneys collected.
• function effectively without close supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of experience in volume food preparation and service with the Cincinnati Public Schools or any other school system (must have included cooking and/or in-charge responsibilities)OR one year of responsible paid work experience as a cook and/or manager in volume food preparation and serviceOR successful completion of an accredited program in food management or have an ODH Level 2 Food Manager Certification within one year of hire.

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
This is a sensitive classification therefore applicants for appointments must pass a security clearance which includes a check of employment references and criminal records. Must have a valid Drivers License.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
120 working days.

EXAM DETAILS:

EXAM DATE: TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 15 2026 / TIME: TO BE SET / LOCATION:TO BE SET

SUBJECTS AND WEIGHTS OF TEST SECTIONS:

The selection process is worth 100% of the exam grade and consists of a written exam. The passing score will be determined after the examination by the Civil Service Examiner together with the Secretary. Determination of the passing score will be based on the job analysis analysis of examination results consultation with subject matter experts or other professional methods. Veterans points will be added to passing scores.

2. QUALIFICATIONS: Unless otherwise stated work experience requirements must be

met bypaidexperience and all qualifications must be met by the application deadline

date.

3. CITIZENSHIP: Application accepted from both citizens and non-citizens; however

due to the Immigration Reform and Control Act only citizens and aliens lawfully

authorized to work in the U.S. will be hired.

4. TRANSCRIPTS:( IF NEEDED NO LATER THAN THE DEADLINE DATE FOR FILING

APPLICATIONS). PLEASE NOTE: Copies of unofficial versions or internet printouts of

transcripts are NOT acceptable.

5. AGE REQUIREMENT: Must be at least 18 years old by the application deadline date.

6. SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR QUALIFIED DISABLED: Such persons may arrange

with Margaret Key Test Analyst at no later than the application deadline

for an alternate test date time or location or necessary assistance in taking the exam

providing the security or integrity of the exam is not jeopardized nor an undue hardship

(e.g. substantial additional cost or time) imposed.

7. VETERANS CREDIT: 20% additional credit is given for military service or service as a

Red Cross nurse. To qualify the following requirements must be met EACH TIME an

application is filed for an exam; have an honorable discharge or transfer to the reserves

with evidence of satisfactory service OR have been a Red Cross nurse; have served on

active duty; and have shoan official document verifying such service (e.g. DD-214) no

later than the exam date; and have passed the civil service exam.

8. PASSING SCORE: Will be determined after the exam by the test analyst subject to

review and approval of the City Civil Service Division. Determination of the passing

score will be based on the job analysis analysis of exam results consultation with

subject matter experts and/or other professional methods.

9. SECURITY CLEARANCE: Applicants for appointment must successfully pass a security

investigation which includes a checkof employment references and criminal records.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR QUALIFIED PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Applications for Board of Education are considered public records under Ohios Public Records Act. As a public record applications maintained by the Board shall be made available to any person requesting to view them

Required Experience:

Manager