Canteen Manager — Shikshaa Public School Vacancy at Shikshaa Public School, Chennai
Shikshaa Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Canteen Manager — Shikshaa Public School
- School
- Shikshaa Public School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.6L – ₹3.5L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Chennai, Tamil Nadu — a fresh opening for a Canteen Manager — Shikshaa Public School at Shikshaa Public School. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 14+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Shikshaa Public School, 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: Shikshaa Public School is a CBSE Day School in Chromepet, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Canteen Manager — Shikshaa Public School
Support the school's day-to-day operations as outlined by the hiring team during the interview.
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
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
About Shikshaa Public School
Shikshaa Public School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Shikshaa Public School is a CBSE Day School in Chromepet, Chennai.
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