Position: Assistant Food Service Manager (Full Time)
Reports to: Food Service Manager
Job Summary:
Perform a variety of entry-level routine kitchen tasks under the direct supervision of a food service manager or designee. Responsible for assisting in the preparation, serving, and storage of food; cleaning and maintaining food service areas, and operation of mechanical equipment. At times serve as Cook.
Work Schedule:
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Typical work days: weekdays when students are present
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Typical work hours: Eight (8) hour shifts between 5:30 am and 3:30 pm
Job Duties:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job duties of this position.
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Assist with large-scale food production, following proper meal standards, written standardized recipes and instructions, and portion control methods.
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Handle all business and administrative management duties with and without the use of a computer.
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Portion and serve food; restock the serving line during meal service; communicate with cooking staff regarding food quantities needed.
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Clean and / or set up serving lines, condiment stations and beverage service areas; storage areas, work areas, kitchen equipment and tools.
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Store food using proper safety and sanitation procedures.
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Responsible for supporting and leading operations such as food production, product inventory, and maintenance.
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Assist with food production for special functions.
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Practice safe handling in operating food production equipment and tools.
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Observe and practice procedures for proper food safety and sanitation.
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Wash dishes and utensils; assist with recycling and empty refuse as needed in the kitchen.
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Clean and maintain kitchen floors.
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Check out supplies from the storeroom; assist with deliveries and inventory.
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Serve food while demonstrating excellent customer service skills, interacting positively with scholars, staff, and visitors and modeling positive character traits.
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On occasion serve as Cook.
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Liaison to Food Service Management team
Other Duties:
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Participate in training sessions, meetings, and scheduled cleaning days.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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High school graduate or equivalent is preferred
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Minimum one year of related food service experience in a commercial establishment
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One year experience as a supervisor or Lead team member working in a restaurant or hospitality
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Experience within a school food service environment a preferred
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Food safety and sanitation certification or the ability to obtain it within three months of hire.
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A valid driver's license, reliable and insured transportation during work hours.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):
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Strong impersonal relationship skills
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Punctual and reliable
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Must be able to handle all business and administrative management duties with and without the use of a computer.
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Requires the ability to display knowledge of principles of basic food preparation including weights, measurements, and storage procedures.
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The ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations.
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The ability to make purchases, and maintain inventory management using a computer and navigate food service technology platforms.
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Trustworthy, team player, and requires effective methods of leadership and supervision.
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Follow instructions, work quickly, neatly and efficiently
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Good hygiene and neat appearance. Uniforms must be in compliance with current dress code.
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Communicate effectively in written and oral form
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Lift bulk weight up to 55 pounds
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Stand, walk, bend, squat and climb
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Stand for long periods of time and endure extreme temperatures typically found in working in a large production kitchen.
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Understand federal, state and local program regulations; demonstrate knowledge of meal pattern requirements.
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Complete the food safety and sanitation course once every three years.
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Assist with training employees; provide assistance to staff in food production, serving or cleaning activities, as needed.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience.
