Child Nutrition Assistant Manager

Ysleta Independent School District•El Paso, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

Assist with the efficient maintenance and supervision of a food service program at an individual school, under the direction and guidance of the school principal and cafeteria manager. Follow established federal and state laws and regulations, as well as Ysleta Independent School District Board of Trustees policies and procedures. The role requires regular attendance at the work site and completion of required professional development and continuing education.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
  • Current Food Handler's Card.
  • Three years of food service experience.
  • Ability to organize, delegate, instruct, and train.
  • Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions in English.
  • Valid Texas or New Mexico driver's license or ID card.
  • Must be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier.
  • Subject to the district's drug and alcohol screening policy and regulation.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure, maintain emotional control under stress, and work with frequent interruptions.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds frequently.
  • Ability to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures; continual walking and prolonged standing; pushing and pulling; and frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, and ladder climbing.

Nice To Haves

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Leadership skills.

Responsibilities

  • Work cooperatively with the campus principal and cafeteria manager to oversee campus school nutrition operations.
  • Supervise kitchen personnel in food production, service, and clean-up operations.
  • Operate the school's child nutrition program within established guidelines, maintaining cost effectiveness, program integrity, and effective accounting of money and inventory.
  • Assist with maintaining food and supply inventories and ordering items when stock falls below established amounts.
  • Help ensure food is prepared safely and is of high quality in accordance with policies, procedures, and department requirements.
  • Assist with reports and data entry as directed by the cafeteria manager.
  • Implement National School Lunch and breakfast program policies and procedures.
  • Recommend replacement needs for small equipment.
  • Help instruct staff in safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work and storage area.
  • Participate in professional development activities and complete annual continuing education requirements.
  • Follow established safety procedures, support district and department goals, maintain a professional code of ethics, and perform other duties as assigned.
  • Attend the work site as required to meet the essential functions of the job.
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