Child Nutrition - Assistant Cook Manager

Bethel School District 403•Spanaway, WA

1d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

This position's responsibilities are to assist a Cook Manager at an assigned central kitchen. Responsibilities include preparing, cooking and serving food to staff and students; coordinating kitchen staff; and providing a safe and sanitary cafeteria environment. This position may also assist in filling and shipping food orders placed by other school locations.

Requirements

Education, training, skills, and experience necessary to carry out the assignment, including two (2) years of experience in commercial, institutional or school food service lead or supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, regulations and policies governing school nutrition services programs.
Knowledge of food production and serving in large quantities.
Knowledge of nutritional value of different types of food.
Knowledge of offer vs. serve meal pattern requirements.
Skill in food production and preparation.
Knowledge of sanitation and safety standards and procedures, including working knowledge of district's infection control plan.
Ability to make effective decisions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of others.
Requires fingerprinting and background check to determine that there have been no convictions involving physical molestation, abuse, injury or neglect of a minor.
Must complete training in and adhere to district infection control plan.
Valid Washington state food handler's permit.
SNA (State Nutrition Association) certification required.
Some positions may require a valid Washington state driver's license and a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

two (2) years of experience in commercial, institutional or school food service lead or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists the Cook Manager in planning , organization, coordination and operation of a school cafeteria with an on-site kitchen.
Prepares and cooks food from scratch in large quantities (1,500 servings or more).
Assists the Cook Manager in the ordering of food items and supplies. Assists in taking inventory of food and supplies.
Coordinates work schedules with Cook Manager and kitchen staff; promotes team cooperation.
Assists in maintaining a safe and sanitary cafeteria and kitchen operation; maintains standards for safe food storage and preparation. Cleans floors and equipment; launders kitchen clothing and towels.
If assigned to a central kitchen which serves satellites, assists in the preparation and delivery of meals to assigned elementary schools and other locations. May assist in coordinating with satellite school staff to determine number of meals needed.
Sells food tickets to students. May assist Cook Manager in maintaining records and cash counts as required.
Provides direction to helpers as needed; provides guidance, training and instruction in proper food handling, serving and sanitation; monitors and corrects helpers' behavior.
Moves into Cook Manager's position when necessary.
May serve on various district committees and/or departmental work teams. Models appropriate and cooperative behavior, including protecting confidential information, consistent with district ethical guidelines.
Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.