High School Food Service Manager

Sulphur Springs Independent School District•Sulphur Springs, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Nutrition Manager is responsible for planning, managing, monitoring, supervising, and providing assistance in the provisioning, operation, and functions of the school food service facility (cafeteria) with staff serving breakfast and lunch with additional ala carte sales. Meet time constraints set by the school menu requirements established by the Central Office and meet health codes promulgated by city and state agencies.

Requirements

Food Managers Certificate
Valid Texas driver's license with driving record that meets District requirements
Thorough knowledge of the preparation, cooking, and serving of food in large quantities
General knowledge of food quality and values
Some knowledge of special dietary requirements
General knowledge of the practices used in receiving and storing food in large quantities
General knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety measures used in food handling and in operation, cleaning, and care of utensils, equipment, and the work area
General knowledge of the free and reduced lunch program available for students and the ability to be sensitive to the needs of the students who qualify for assistance
General knowledge of financial management, recording, and receipting
Ability to supervise the work of others
Ability to prepare reports
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students, and school staff
Ability to maintain emotional control
Ability to work with others in a close, fast-paced environment
Ability to address customers and staff in a pleasant, courteous manner
Ability to be organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and correctly complete reports and documents promptly
High School diploma or GED
Must have completed the manager training class and successfully performed responsibilities while training as an on-the-job manager
Considerable experience in school food services or other food services
Relevant training in Nutrition, Operations, Administration and Communications and Marketing per the USDA Professional Standards
Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinated, assigned, oversaw, and participated as required in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food
Prepare and maintain necessary records and files
Identify problems and suggest changes regarding methods and procedures
Open kitchen set up equipment, and prepare cafeteria for serving
Train personnel in operational procedures
Maintain accurate food service records
Maintain consistency in food preparation and service to students and school employees
Prepare equipment for food preparation and monitor refrigeration equipment
Order cafeteria supplies and prepare food orders as needed
Prepare food as needed
Prepare USDA inventory and production records
Set up monies for cash registers
Count and balance cash received, prepare deposit slips, and deposit monies in the bank
Prepare work details for the next day; secure kitchen for the next day and when not in use
Supervise cleaning and sanitizing of eating utensils, counters and equipment
Compile reports, bills, deposit slips, and cash register reports
Receive, check, and sign for food delivered to school
Prepare work schedule and keep worker time sheets
Prepare food production reports
Prepare roster sheets
Coordinate efforts with school staff, faculty, and support personnel that include delivery, maintenance, security, custodial activities
Collaborate with administration and school Test Coordinator regarding meal service schedule during end-of-course and end-of-year assessments; prepare bag lunches for students as necessary
Attend required meetings
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or the Director of Child Nutrition