Responsible for planning, managing, monitoring, hiring, supervising and providing assistance in the provisioning, operation, and functions of a school district food service cafeteria(s) with food service workers serving breakfast and lunch under the National School Lunch Program.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Plan, coordinate, assign, oversee and participate as required in the preparation, o cooking and serving of food; preparing and maintaining necessary records and o files.

Menu & Culinary :

Develop menus, create seasonal specials, and focus on nutritious, diverse food.

• Full culinary management of food service operation to include inventory, ordering and receiving
• Identify problems and suggest changes in methods and procedures.
• Open kitchen, set up equipment, prepare cafeteria for serving.
• Hire and train food service employees in operational procedures.
• Maintain accurate food service production records.
• Maintain consistency in food preparation and service to students and school
• employees.
• Prepare equipment for food preparation and monitor refrigeration equipment.
• Order cafeteria supplies and prepare food orders.
• Prepare foods as needed; prepare inventory and production records.
• Set up monies for cash registers.
• Count and balance cash received; prepare deposit and deposit monies in bank.
• Prepare work details for next day; secure kitchen for next day and when not in
• use.
• Supervise cleaning and sanitizing of eating utensils, counters and equipment.
• Compile reports, bills, deposit slips and cash register reports.
• Receive, check and sign for food delivered to school, prepare work schedule, keep
• time sheets.
• Prepare food production records and distribute them to schools to maintain accurate record counts of meals, food prepared, served, and waste.
• Coordinate efforts with school staff, faculty and support personnel, which include
• (district client, delivery, maintenance, security, custodial, etc).
• Attend meetings.
• Perform related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

General knowledge of the preparation, cooking and serving of food in large quantities; general knowledge of food quality and values: general knowledge of USDA school food service Child Nutrition programs such as National School Lunch Program and National School Breakfast Program guidelines; general knowledge of the practices used in receiving and storing food in large quantities; general knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety measures used in food handling and in the operation, cleaning and care of utensils, equipment and work area; ability to supervise the work of others; ability to prepare reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and school staff; able to maintain emotional control; the ability to work with others in a close fast paced environment and the ability to address customers and staff in a pleasant, courteous manner; must be organized and be able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and correctly complete reports and documents in a timely manner.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Meet USDA Professional Standards based on size of foodservice operation. NSLP experience preferred. Three years of management experience in the food service industry with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control. Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Some walking, moving, driving, carrying, bending, kneeling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand for long periods of time and withstand heat. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Pay:

$55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

NSLP :

2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person