Cafeteria Manager Level 1

Job Details

Position Description:

Works cooperatively with the school administration to provide meal service and catered functions in a timely and efficient manner.
Develops recipes and menus used in the cafeteria and catering functions provided to the system.
Provides input into pricing of all cafeteria and catering functions.
Places orders for food and supplies.
Receives, dates, and stores deliveries of all products used in the food service area. Takes physical inventory of all food and supplies.
Calculates amount of food used in meal preparation and issues to employees.
Monitors food production for quality and quantity for each meal service.
Develops employee production and cleaning schedules, monitoring for completion.
Provides new employee orientation and on the job training for employees.
Identifies the need for equipment repair or replacement, notifying the appropriate person. Conducts financial transactions for meal payments including the handling of cash or checks.
Interacts with administration regarding questions, complaints and problems.
Monitors all aspects of employee performance, providing constructive feedback and corrective action when appropriate. Conducts staff performance evaluations.
Maintains safe working conditions and monitors sanitation standards in food preparation and serving areas. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Food Services.

Skills and Qualifications:

We seek detail-oriented, independent self-starters who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to raising student achievement and who have a record of high performance in challenging situations.

Successful candidates will also demonstrate:

Prior successful experience in the operation of an institutional or retail food service operation.
Skilled in quantity food preparation techniques and the use of food service equipment.
Prior successful experience in catering operations with excellent skills in creativity and food presentation.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to make decisions and recommendations.
Collaborative management style, with a proven track record of working with diverse individuals at all levels to drive decision-making and results.
High degree of professionalism, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities, while consistently demonstrating sound judgment and disciplined thinking.
Ability to work cooperatively in group settings, accept supervision and respond appropriately to constructive criticism.
Ability to work flexible hours, depending on scheduled events.

Desirable Qualifications:

Physical Involvement:

Ability to lift and carry cans, bowls, pans, and cases up to 25 pounds or 100 pounds with

Compensation: