Chennai: Canteen Manager — Chinmaya Vidyalaya Job at Chinmaya Vidyalaya
Chinmaya VidyalayaKey facts
- Role
- Canteen Manager — Chinmaya Vidyalaya
- School
- Chinmaya Vidyalaya
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.7L – ₹4.7L per year
- Experience
- 1–6 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Chinmaya Vidyalaya is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Canteen Manager — Chinmaya Vidyalaya who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 37+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, a CBSE school in Chennai, is hiring a Canteen Manager.
Key responsibilities:
- Ensure smooth functioning of assigned facilities/equipment
- Coordinate with vendors and support staff
- Follow safety and security protocols at all times
- Report issues to the maintenance head promptly
Requirements:
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- Relevant ITI/diploma/certification; school or institutional experience preferred
About the school: Chinmaya Vidyalaya is a CBSE Day School in Anna Nagar, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Canteen Manager — Chinmaya Vidyalaya
Take ownership of the role's deliverables and partner with the appropriate department leads.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
What is the salary for this Canteen Manager — Chinmaya Vidyalaya role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
About Chinmaya Vidyalaya
Chinmaya Vidyalaya is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1989, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Chinmaya Vidyalaya is a CBSE Day School in Anna Nagar, Chennai.
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