Assistant Manager Food Service Operation

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc.•North Chicago, IL
•$46,200 - $69,375

About The Position

The Assistant Manager Food Service Operations is responsible for food service operations at assigned galleys, ensuring dining areas, equipment, and utensils are clean and sanitary and that food is properly prepared and served. The role provides supervision, work direction, and guidance to 20–100 food service workers and temporary workforce staff daily. The position implements organizational goals and may contribute to strategic goals for Goodwill Great Lakes food service operations. It conducts research, evaluates data, and reports findings to support policies, procedures, and programs. The role has familiarity with the food service operations budget and may provide input into spending decisions involving vendors, systems, and projects. Projects and initiatives typically span 12 months to two years. Available schedules include a PM shift from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. or an AM shift from 3:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; both have two consecutive days off each week.

Requirements

  • Two years of college education or equivalent experience, and a minimum of five years of experience.
  • Pass the ServSafe test and maintain the qualification.
  • Be capable of managing an hourly workforce of 20 to 100 employees.
  • Have a personal vehicle and a valid driver's license; meet the Navy REAL ID requirement by having or obtaining a REAL ID or holding a U.S. Passport.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure assigned meals are properly prepared and served in accordance with all contract requirements.
  • Inspect work areas before and during meals and before securing the facility at the end of each shift.
  • Maintain clean and sanitary dining areas, galleys, equipment, and utensils through visual inspections.
  • Train and supervise new hires.
  • Train and supervise assigned employees in all areas of food service.
  • Prepare daily work assignments for employees.
  • Complete required documents and forms accurately and on time.
  • Partner with coworkers to support their development, as appropriate.
  • Contribute ideas and solutions as a project team member or subject matter expert, while balancing project work with routine responsibilities.
  • Adapt to change by completing necessary learning, skill-building, and practice, and communicate appropriately with a supervisor about changes.
  • Research, analyze, and evaluate situations; report findings and solve advanced problems while working independently under light supervision.
  • Champion Goodwill community engagement initiatives, participate in relevant volunteer opportunities, and participate in industry or knowledge groups.
  • Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
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