Assistant Cafeteria Manager Full Time [Starts $22.72/hr plus benefits]

Omaha Public Schools•Omaha, NE

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Primary responsibilities include assisting with the management of all facets of food production; daily accounting and deposits; food orders; payroll practices; supervision of the preparation and serving of quality meals to students and staff; cleaning and sanitation of equipment, rotating food stock and supplies; assisting with the dish machine and manual dishwashing; and providing superior customer service. Assumes the role of Manager, Central Kitchen when absent. This position is responsible for leading staff.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Must demonstrate excellent attendance and work record.
Ability to apply basic arithmetic calculations using units of American money, weight measurements, volume, and distance.
Knowledge of safe food handling.
A working knowledge of all facets of food production.
Skill in customer relations and service recovery.
Practical working knowledge of food safety practices and procedures.
Sensitivity and ability to interact with students, co-workers, teachers, administrators, other staff, and parents of other cultures and backgrounds.
The skills pertinent to positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with all staff, students, parents, administrators, and the community.
Excellent organizational skills demonstrated, with the ability to handle multiple projects and maintain strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated leadership/management skills, including problem-solving and decision-making.
Provides consistent feedback to staff regarding job performance.
Ability to assign tasks to meet schedule requirements.
Ability to present information effectively to employees and others.
Ability to organize, schedule, and complete tasks and activities.
Ability to maintain thorough and detailed records on food and supplies.
Ability to maintain accurate production records conforming to Federal/division guidelines.
Ability and knowledge to operate equipment safely.
Working knowledge and ability to utilize online computer programs and technological devices.
Knowledge of OPS’s mission, purpose, goals, and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.
Must be able to respond rapidly in emergencies.
Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift, move, and reposition objects and materials, frequently exerting force equal to lifting fifty (50) pounds.
Employee Punctuality and Appearance: For departments and/or schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave. Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator. All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.
Terms of Employment: This position is treated as a classified full-time non-exempt position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.
The offer of employment is contingent upon: Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for your position (e.g., Paraprofessionals obtaining “Highly Qualified status,” etc.), as identified.
A thorough background check that demonstrates to OPS that the background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for the position offered).
Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for the position offered).
Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination to determine the ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

Nice To Haves

Six or more years of job-related experience or training in food services, specifically Central or Secondary Self-Contained Kitchens, preferred.

Responsibilities

Meets regular and predictable attendance requirements, including scheduled manager’s meetings.
Makes complex plans, schedules, and decisions independently.
Assist with the preparation, service, and storage of food.
Assist with the completion of required reports.
Works with and understands a diverse student population.
Serves as a positive role model.
Ability to recognize a “reimbursable” meal.
Supports excellent service initiatives with proactive efforts in service.
Follows approved cafeteria menu preparation and service protocols within the approved timeline.
Communicates effectively with satellite school Cafeteria Managers.
Coordinates production practices for assigned satellite schools.
Annually provides input during job performance appraisal for all staff.
Train in all kitchen areas to cross-cover as needed.
Identifies training needs for staff.
Trains new kitchen staff.
Promotes customer service by providing appealing food and excellent customer service.
Participates in the financial management process by carefully monitoring portion control, proper pricing, and safe storage of supplies and food.
Must follow and maintain required food safety, cleaning, and sanitation procedures.
Follow Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) procedures.
Must practice good personal hygiene habits.
Oversees and directs sanitation procedures.
Demonstrate proficiency in the English language to read and communicate with others.
Demonstrate proficiency of basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals), as well as counting money.
Ability to operate the food service equipment safely.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to receive and process verbal information as well as respond to nonverbal cues.
Successful completion of Douglas County Food Handler’s Certification, scoring 80% or above, before attending Kitchen Assistant Training.
Successful completion of Kitchen Assistant Training.
Ability to maintain current Douglas County Food Handler’s Certification.
Successful completion of Cook I and Production Training and Manager Training Sessions.
Will assume management responsibilities in the absence of the manager.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Assist with cleaning and sanitizing all large and small equipment, serving utensils, and kitchen areas.
Assist with completing daily tasks promptly.
Willingness to travel to other schools when requested.