Sparks Elementary School-Cafeteria Lead

Baltimore County Public Schools•Hereford, MD

13h•$16 - $25

About The Position

The Cafeteria Lead supervises an elementary school satellite kitchen serving up to 400 meals per day. The role assists the cafeteria manager with the successful operation of the food service program and serves as a liaison between local school staff and the base-complex manager. The lead supports participation in meal programs, prepares and serves food according to planned menus, and ensures compliance with sanitation, health, HACCP, and Office of Food and Nutrition Services standards. The position directs and trains satellite-kitchen employees; oversees food and supply storage, inventory, ordering, and equipment sanitation; and handles assigned cash receipts, daily reports, and bank deposits. It also maintains accountability for free and reduced-price meal transactions, supports efficient meal service, and may transport supplies from a base kitchen. The role attends meetings and training, may report to sites within the base complex as assigned, and supports school-related functions. The work is performed in a kitchen and cafeteria. The schedule is 6 hours per day (0.7500 FTE), 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with a 30-minute break. The posted pay range is $16.42 to $24.72 per hour. The position is non-exempt.

Requirements

High school diploma or appropriate equivalent.
Two years of experience in food service.
Certified Food Service Manager—Level 1 certification, maintained throughout employment in a position requiring it.
Basic knowledge of point-of-sale systems, food preparation, service and storage practices, and computer software used to prepare required reports.
Skill in handling cash and preparing daily deposits and in using food service equipment.
Ability to organize, plan, and execute work with minimal supervision; establish and maintain effective working relationships; maintain confidential information; direct others; communicate orally and in writing; operate a computer and appropriate software; and multitask.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend and kneel regularly, stand for three or more consecutive hours, and withstand hot and cold temperatures.

Nice To Haves

BCPS Office of Food and Nutrition Services Cafeteria Lead Training.
BCPS food service experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the cafeteria manager in operating a satellite food service program at a receiving school and oversee service of up to 400 meals per day.
Act as liaison between local school staff and the base-complex manager; assist with marketing food service programs and encourage student participation.
Set up and prepare the daily food service program.
Prepare food according to the planned menu; check quantities, record temperatures, and note food condition upon arrival in accordance with applicable standards.
Train and direct food service employees and ensure compliance with HACCP procedures and food safety standards.
Wash, sanitize, and store equipment and supplies; clean counters, tables, chairs, and floors; and dispose of waste properly.
Store food and supplies according to HACCP procedures, take inventories, and order food and supplies.
Follow cash-handling procedures, prepare and verify cash receipts and daily reports, prepare bank deposits, deliver deposits to the bank, and investigate and document discrepancies in transactions and operating reports.
Follow School Nutrition Accountability Program policies and procedures, including use of the point-of-sale system.
Maintain accountability for free and reduced-price meal transactions and ensure students are served efficiently.
Transport supplies from the base kitchen to satellite schools when required.
Attend monthly meetings, in-service training, and scheduled professional development programs.
Report to any site in the base complex as assigned and attend school-related functions to support school operations.

Benefits

Medical plan options
Dental plan options
Vision plan options
Life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Disability coverage
403(b) and 457 plans
Sick days
Paid holidays
Personal business days
Bereavement days
Flexible leave options, including FMLA, sick bank, and board-approved leaves
Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System
May be eligible for shift differential and longevity compensation under the applicable agreement