Grab & Go Cafe Coordinator

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Length of position: 11 months

Hours: 40 hours per week

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Grab & Go Student Cafe Coordinator performs advanced (senior-level) employment work and coordinates and manages the operation of the student-run campus cafe as a structured, supervised Career and Technical Education training environment for Deaf and hard of hearing students. The position provides structured workplace instruction, supervises daily cafe operations, and supports students in developing employability skills, customer service, food preparation and food service. This position designs and implements meaningful on-campus work experiences for students who are not yet ready for off-campus employment and collaborates with the Humanities Academy Team and the Summer Programs Team to match training tasks with individual career interests and abilities. The position works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment in daily cafe operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Program Management & Compliance

• Coordinate and manage daily operations of the Grab & Go Student Cafe to maintain a safe, sanitary, organized, and professional workplace training environment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and school policies and procedures related to food handling, sanitation, workplace safety, cash handling, and confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate program records, student training documentation, performance data, and operational records to support accountability and program evaluation.
• Evaluate cafe operations and student training methods, identify areas for improvement, and recommend or implement changes to operational and instructional procedures.
• Monitor equipment usage and workplace conditions, address safety concerns, and submit maintenance requests as needed.

Instructional Support & Student Skill Development

• Assess students' skills, interests, abilities, and training needs to identify appropriate workplace learning opportunities and career development activities.
• Provide structured workplace instruction and hands-on training to develop employability skills, including punctuality, teamwork, communication, task completion, personal hygiene, problem-solving, and workplace professionalism.
• Coordinate and implement structured job rotations with the Humanities Academy Team, including food preparation, cashiering, stocking, sanitation, and customer service.
• Train students in food preparation, point-of-sale procedures, customer service, and workplace expectations through demonstrations, modeling, guided practice, and performance feedback.
• Provide food handler training and instruction in safe food preparation, handling, and sanitation practices.
• Develop and maintain instructional materials, training resources, and workplace procedures to support student workforce development; facilitate student orientations on cafe operations, job responsibilities, and workplace expectations.
• Adapt workplace tasks and provide appropriate accommodations in alignment with students' IEPs and documented transition goals.
• Monitor, assess, and document student performance, workplace behaviors, and progress toward employment readiness; provide corrective instruction and support students experiencing workplace adjustment or performance challenges.
• Communicate student progress and performance information to teachers and transition team members to support IEP development, transition planning, and career development.
• Collaborate with the Summer Programs Team to coordinate student activities and provide supervision involving the Grab & Go Student Cafe and CTE kitchen, as needed.

Business Operations & Financial Procedures

• Manage inventory, order supplies, establish item pricing, monitor product availability, and minimize waste.
• Perform daily cash-handling procedures, reconcile sales, maintain accurate financial records, and submit deposits to the Business Office.
• Monitor food quality, product presentation, and customer service standards; coordinate and fulfill catering requests based on available resources and operational capacity.
• Seek and utilize customer and stakeholder feedback to improve service and training effectiveness.

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with the Humanities Academy Team, Summer Programs Team, instructional staff, and transition team members to align workplace training with student career pathways, instructional goals, and scheduling needs.
• Maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and campus stakeholders; provide guidance on workplace training methods, student supervision, and strategies for addressing performance challenges.
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in food service, hospitality, or safe/retail management preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years working with and monitoring Deaf and hard of hearing youth and/or adults
• Current Food Handler as required by local health regulations
• Valid Texas driver’s license
• Sign Language: The ultimate required proficiency level for the position using the levels designated in the Signed Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) is ADVANCED.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Career & Technical Education, Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
• Experience with catering and/or event planning.
• Knowledge of transition planning and post-secondary career readiness standards.
• Experience implementing individualized accommodations in accordance with IEPs and transition goals.
• Certification in ServSafe and CPR, or ability to obtain certification within 90 days
• Experience coordinating campus events, fundraising activities, or student-run business operations.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and mentoring skills with a focus on student empowerment and independence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES/ATTRIBUTES

• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Understanding of workplace readiness skills and vocational instruction principles.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage daily café operations.
• Ability to supervise, instruct, and motivate students effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with all school, district, and state policies.
• Competency in basic financial and inventory management procedures.

SUPERVISOR

9-12 (CTE) Assistant Principal

MILITARY OCCUPATION SPECIALTY (MOS) CODE

Workforce Development Specialist III, 3025. Go to https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Employment.pdf - page 1 for more information

It is the Texas School for the Deaf’s (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.