Food Service Assistant Manager-Class A-Jones Elementary

Portage Township Schools•Portage, IN

15h•Onsite

About The Position

SHIFT: 7:00am-1:30pm DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following plus any other duties that may be required by the employer. Specific duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the director, or kitchen supervisor. Works closely with the manager in all areas, including but not limited to, food preparation, production, planning, food ordering, inventory and record keeping including financial, payroll records and cashiering. Must be familiar with and able to maintain program requirements and function in all kitchen areas as well as be the main lead on batch cooking, following prescribed temperature requirements and being able to quickly and positively react to the production volume needed throughout meal service. May be called upon on a short-term basis, to manage a kitchen other than the one regularly assigned to, should an occasion arise where the usual management personnel is not available. Interacts with students and school faculty in a positive, constructive manner. Relates and communicates positively with students, co-workers, school staff and parents. Must be able to work in a cashier capacity and have a working knowledge of our point of sale system. Assistant Manager will cashier for breakfast and lunch when call offs occur. Must be able to produce required daily and monthly reports. Maintains a work environment that adheres to strict sanitation practices. Willing to attend job related training classes and workshops to further enhance their skills. Follows standards of safety and sanitation at all times, including the proper use of chemicals. Practices safe grooming habits as determined by local policy. Follows the Manager’s instructions. Uses equipment safely, follows assigned work schedule, uses efficient work techniques. Ability to maintain required forms and records, including but not limited to, daily production records, financial records, payroll records and daily/monthly reporting records. Washing of dishes, including pots and pans. May operate dishwasher when short staffed. Informs manager of requested personal days or upcoming medical conditions (if possible) at least two weeks in advance. If a personnel problem arises, informs the manager of the problem for resolution. Wears proper attire, including a hair net covering the entire head, no excessive jewelry including dangle earrings, no fingernail polish, and proper shoes. Follows procedure in personnel matters including school and departmental requirements related to food service. Demonstrates the ability to work with the school community. Respects co-workers with proper language and interaction. Involved in cleanup of the kitchen area and other areas as designated. This may involve heavy cleaning of equipment, storerooms, serving lines, and the kitchen in general. May be required to move to a different position when needed by the absence of other personnel. May be called upon to work after-hours catering. Willing and able to learn new skills and techniques. Ability to maintain confidentiality of the school corporation or employee information. Participates in school food service promotions with a positive attitude. Informs the manager of any safety hazards. If necessary, takes immediate action to correct the hazard. Prevents discriminatory practices and protects the identification of free and reduced students. Observes all rules and regulations of the School Food Service program and abides by the rules and regulations set forth in the Support Staff Handbook. Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or Food Service Director or designee

Requirements

Have a thorough knowledge of School Food Service policies and program requirements
Successfully completes “Person-In-Charge” food service sanitation training or its equivalent and receives certification
Re-certification required every five years and must be maintained for the duration of employment
Must be honest and trustworthy
Possess good basic math skills, with experience cashiering in a food service atmosphere preferred
Able to communicate well both in writing and orally
Possess personal communication skills
Able to remain calm in stressfull situations
Able to take direction and constructive criticism
Able to work hard in a well-organized manner
Able to be quick and accurate in a crowded, noisy atmosphere while maintaining a time schedule
Able to project a positive image in public
Enthusiastic about school breakfast/lunch and genuinely enjoys children of all ages

Responsibilities

Food preparation
Production
Planning
Food ordering
Inventory
Record keeping including financial, payroll records and cashiering
Maintain program requirements
Function in all kitchen areas
Batch cooking
React to the production volume needed throughout meal service
Manage a kitchen other than the one regularly assigned to
Interact with students and school faculty in a positive, constructive manner
Cashier for breakfast and lunch when call offs occur
Produce required daily and monthly reports
Maintain a work environment that adheres to strict sanitation practices
Attend job related training classes and workshops to further enhance their skills
Follow standards of safety and sanitation at all times, including the proper use of chemicals
Practice safe grooming habits as determined by local policy
Follow the Manager’s instructions
Use equipment safely
Follow assigned work schedule
Use efficient work techniques
Maintain required forms and records
Washing of dishes, including pots and pans
Operate dishwasher when short staffed
Inform manager of requested personal days or upcoming medical conditions (if possible) at least two weeks in advance
Inform the manager of the problem for resolution if a personnel problem arises
Wear proper attire
Follow procedure in personnel matters including school and departmental requirements related to food service
Demonstrate the ability to work with the school community
Respect co-workers with proper language and interaction
Involved in cleanup of the kitchen area and other areas as designated
Move to a different position when needed by the absence of other personnel
Work after-hours catering
Learn new skills and techniques
Maintain confidentiality of the school corporation or employee information
Participate in school food service promotions with a positive attitude
Inform the manager of any safety hazards
Take immediate action to correct the hazard if necessary
Prevent discriminatory practices and protects the identification of free and reduced students
Observe all rules and regulations of the School Food Service program and abides by the rules and regulations set forth in the Support Staff Handbook
Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or Food Service Director or designee