Chef / Culinary Lead

Chef / Culinary Lead 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 385 East Veterans Way, Mukwonago, WI 53149 From $20.50 an hour - Full-time Mukwonago Area School District 3 reviews From $20.50 an hour -

Full-time Description :

As the School Chef, you will be responsible for assuring that the meals produced in the district are of the highest quality. You will assist in menu planning and recipe development, training of staff, and oversee and participate in food production. In addition, you will be involved in the preparation of food for the districts catering program, and special promotions throughout the district.

Qualifications :

1. High school diploma or equivalency. 2. Formal Culinary Training and/or Relevant Experience. 3. One year of institutional food service experience preferred. 4. Catering/Event planning and execution preferred. 5. National Restaurant Association (NRA) ServSafe sanitation certificate required within three months of hire. 6. Accuracy in mathematical calculations as determined by written test. 7. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions and procedure manuals. 8. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence 9. Demonstrates effective organizational skills; recognizes and solves problems. 10. Communicates effectively and maintains good rapport with supervisor, co-workers, parents, students, other school staff and vendors. 11. Ability to carry out written and oral instructions 12. Ability to work independently 13. Demonstrates leadership within the kitchen 14. Ability to troubleshoot problems and create viable solutions. 15. Experience training kitchen personnel on kitchen basics and efficiency. 16. Demonstrates ability to function as a team member. 17. Demonstrates ability to cook and bake in large quantities using large quantity equipment. 18. Demonstrates ability to consistently produce standard or above-standard products. 19. Performs effectively under stress. 20. Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to food service sanitation and safety standards. 21. Physical ability to lift 50#. 22. Must pass physical exam. Performance Responsibilities 1. Responsible for establishing and maintaining high standards of quality food production and transport. 2. Assures that sanitation and safety practices in all phases of the food production operation meet established standards and HACCP principles. 3. Assists in efficient receiving, storage, preparation, food transport, service and cleanup operations. 4. Complies with National School Lunch Program menu and service requirements. 5. Develop standardized recipes, assist with menu development. 6. Develop marketing and promotions for all schools to increase participation. 7. Conduct taste tests and work with focus groups in all schools to increase participation. 8. Develop and establish relationships with local farmers to provide more farm to school/local products. 9. Works with the Food Production Manager to delegate instructions in producing, transporting, serving and storing food. 10. Assists with planning and scheduling workload for area assigned. 11. Responsible for weekly orders for area assigned. Assures proper handling of leftover food items. 12. Assures accuracy in quantities of food prepared and transported. Maintains required forms and records as assigned. 13. Uses and updates standardized recipes to assure quality control. 14. Accepts and implements instructions in a positive, cooperative manner. 15. Uses, cleans and maintains equipment properly. Trains personnel on use of specific pieces of equipment as assigned. 16. Assists with preparation and service of meals for special functions and community activities. 17. Assists in food service to students with special dietary needs. 18. Uses computer software as assigned. 19. Follows established procedures in personnel matters (re: contract, work rules, policy, etc.) Immediately reports any work-related accidents. 20. Keeps up-to-date on school food service program requirements and quantity food service practices through approved continuing education; attends in-service training sessions. 21. Neat and professional in appearance and behavior. 22. Substitutes for the Food Production Manager when needed. 23. All other duties as assigned by supervisor. Physical Demands 1. Standing and walking for extended periods of time. 2. Reaching, carrying, pushing, bending and handling items weighing up to 50# when performing job duties. (A two- person lift is required for loads in excess of 50#.) 3. Ability to talk and hear in noisy environments. 4. Repetitive reaching, hand/wrist movements. 5. Vision abilities include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 6. Exposure to temperatures ranging from -15˚ to 110˚. Reports to :

Director of Food Service, Building Principal Employment Term:

10-month employee

Benefits:

Per Employee Handbook Submit Application to: masdjobs@masd.k12.wi.

us Or by mail to:

Mukwonago Area School District 385 E Veterans Way, Mukwonago, WI 53149

Questions Call:

262-363-6200 Ext 25500

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Shift:

Day shift Ability to

Relocate:

Mukwonago, WI 53149: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person