Elementary Kitchen Manager

Mt. Blue Regional School District • Farmington, ME

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Position Purpose The school kitchen manager reports to the Food Service Director and is responsible for the smooth operation of the entire kitchen he/she is assigned to. The kitchen manager cooks, prepares, cuts, chips, and slices ingredients. The kitchen manager maintains an orderly and safe atmosphere in the kitchen, cafeteria, and storage areas. Essential Functions: Uses computer for daily tasks including but not limited to meal reporting and ordering of food and supplies. Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean. May assist in operating cash register, making change, processing meal and other payments. Assists students w/ selection, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays/utensils. Maintains clean and orderly work areas in accordance with food code and district policies. Cleans kitchen, washes dishes, and assists in meal preparation and service. Completes other tasks as assigned by Food Service Director. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Effective verbal and written communication skills. Effective organizational and problem solving skills. Ability to count and make change. Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 50 pounds up to waist level. Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others in the course of work. Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines. Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Works in commercial kitchen with mixers, chippers, ovens, steamers, and slicers. Qualifications Profile Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: Certification/License: Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License or ability to provide own transportation. Valid CHRC Serv-Safe (or equivalent) food safety certification (required or must be able to obtain) Experience: Successful prior experience working as a food service supervisor preferred.

Requirements

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to count and make change.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 50 pounds up to waist level.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Valid CHRC Serv-Safe (or equivalent) food safety certification (required or must be able to obtain)

Nice To Haves

• Successful prior experience working as a food service supervisor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses computer for daily tasks including but not limited to meal reporting and ordering of food and supplies.
• Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• May assist in operating cash register, making change, processing meal and other payments.
• Assists students w/ selection, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays/utensils.
• Maintains clean and orderly work areas in accordance with food code and district policies.
• Cleans kitchen, washes dishes, and assists in meal preparation and service.
• Completes other tasks as assigned by Food Service Director.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed