Essential Functions:
Working within a collaborative, team environment, the Position will:
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Manage kitchen personnel and supervise/coordinate all related culinary activities of the kitchen operation
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Estimate food consumption and requisition
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Procure the food supplies for all meals
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Plan and execute recipes
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Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
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Establish presentation technique and quality standards
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Plan and price menus and execute cost controls
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Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance, and ensure proper safety and sanitation in the kitchen
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Oversee special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrate culinary techniques
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Directly supervise kitchen personnel
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Menu planning and program compliance for the National School Lunch Program
Communications
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Communicate effectively, both orally & in writing, with students, parents, & other professionals routinely.
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Respond to colleague communications in a respectful and timely manner.
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Participate professionally in scheduled meetings
Professionalism and Teamwork
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Model professional behaviors and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and the broader community.
- Maintain reliable, consistent attendance and punctuality.
Other Functions:
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Adhere to school policies, procedures and deadlines
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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Assist in other school programs when necessary.
Necessary Knowledge and Skills:
Special knowledge or skills necessary for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Ability to manage in a diverse environment with a focus on client and customer service is essential to success in this role
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Experience in executing consistent and high-quality menu items
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Hands-on culinary leadership
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Extremely well organized and excels at multitasking
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Thrives under pressure
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Hands-on management skills and an outgoing personality
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Previous experience with controlling food and labor costs, demonstration cooking, menu development, and pricing and developing a culinary team is preferred.
- Premise and liability accountability and contract-managed service experience are desirable.
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Must be able to read labels on food and cleaning solutions
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Knowledge of and safe use of kitchen tools and utensils required to perform the specific duties and responsibilities
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Knowledge of workplace safety procedures, nutrition, and sanitation guidelines
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Knowledge of Google Workspace (formally GSuite) is desirable.
- Knowledge of menu planning and program compliance for the National School Lunch Program.
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Have enthusiasm for supporting and being a part of a TK-12 school program.
Essential Physical Requirements: Estimated daily physical requirements and/or number of pounds that may need to be lifted on the job.
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Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
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Frequent reaching, walking, bending, stooping, grasping and pinching, pushing, lifting and carrying, squatting, twisting, or kneeling.
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Walks and stands during the entire shift.
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Lift and carry food containers weighing up to 50 lbs.
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Lift and empty trash cans weighing up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
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Work in a hot, damp environment.
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Hazards include but are not limited to, cuts from metal cans, burns, slipping, and tripping.
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Frequent washing of hands.
Other Requirements:
Support the Mission and Vision of the School; exercise good judgment and moral character; fingerprint clearance & TB test clearance. Larchmont Schools has the right to revise this job description at any time. Larchmont Schools is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Minimum Qualifications:
(*) Must hold a related culinary degree or five or more years of industry and culinary management experience in a commercial kitchen
(*) Must enjoy and be able to succeed in a fast-paced work environment
(*) ServSafe Certification required/ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire
(*) TB Test clearance & DOJ fingerprinting clearance
(*) CPR, AED, and First Aid certification
(*) A demonstrated commitment to strong customer service, high professional ethical standards, and a diverse workplace
