FOOD SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - SES - 67012731

State of FloridaGainesville, FL
$37,117 - $40,829Onsite

About The Position

This is supervisory work planning, organizing and directing the daily food preparation serving and meal delivery operation. This position spends a major portion of the time planning and directing daily workloads and managing deadlines, as well as communicating, motivating, training and evaluating employees to ensure quality control in the Food Service Department. Plans and organize daily activities. Motivates employees to improve the quality and quantity of work performed by directing workloads to ensure the best use of time and resources. Direct and supervise Food Support Workers in the preparation and serving of food(s) while ensuring sanitary conditions are being met in the food preparation and serving areas. Instructs employees in sanitary precautions and personal hygiene. Supervises the maintenance and proper care of heavy-duty equipment. Directs and supervises Motor Vehicle Operators in meal delivery schedules and time utilization. Communicate with employees on an individual basis and at staff meetings on a regular basis. Evaluates employees through established evaluation criteria and responsibilities. Monitors all food after preparation to prevent waste and ensure standards are maintained. Enforce sanitary and safety standards in the kitchen, on the tray line and the cafeteria. Orders and checks food supplies, cleaning materials and kitchen supplies. Determines training needs for employees. Provides in-service training designed to improve employee performance as needed. Performs related work as requested by Food Service Director II and OMC 1 (Operations & Management Consultant I).

Requirements

  • A valid Florida Driver’s License.
  • Must have ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification or must obtain it within one (1) year of hire and maintain.
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must have six (6) months of supervisory experience.
  • Must be willing to perform essential services before, during, and after an emergency.
  • Must be willing to work beyond the normal work schedule to maintain minimum coverage levels and meet the needs of the Agency.
  • Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to interact with all customers in a professional manner.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Must be registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS (for male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962).

Nice To Haves

  • If hired with an out-of-state license a valid Florida State driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days.
  • Corrective Lenses Restricted license is acceptable provided the driver wears the corrective lenses while operating a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and organize daily activities.
  • Motivate employees to improve the quality and quantity of work performed by directing workloads to ensure the best use of time and resources.
  • Direct and supervise Food Support Workers in the preparation and serving of food(s) while ensuring sanitary conditions are being met in the food preparation and serving areas.
  • Instruct employees in sanitary precautions and personal hygiene.
  • Supervise the maintenance and proper care of heavy-duty equipment.
  • Direct and supervise Motor Vehicle Operators in meal delivery schedules and time utilization.
  • Communicate with employees on an individual basis and at staff meetings on a regular basis.
  • Evaluate employees through established evaluation criteria and responsibilities.
  • Monitor all food after preparation to prevent waste and ensure standards are maintained.
  • Enforce sanitary and safety standards in the kitchen, on the tray line and the cafeteria.
  • Order and check food supplies, cleaning materials and kitchen supplies.
  • Determine training needs for employees.
  • Provide in-service training designed to improve employee performance as needed.
  • Perform related work as requested by Food Service Director II and OMC 1 (Operations & Management Consultant I).

Benefits

  • Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
  • $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
  • Dental, vision and supplemental insurances available at state rates
  • State of Florida retirement package
  • Generous vacation and sick leave
  • 10 paid holidays a year
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Tuition waiver for state college/university courses
  • Training opportunities
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