Food Service Manager Killeen Meals on Wheels

Hill Country Community Action Association • Killeen, TX

20d

About The Position

The Food Service Manager II is responsible for timely meal preparation and service in accordance with Federal Nutrition Service Standards, the Texas Administrative Code, and other applicable requirements. The role manages the Center Kitchen, including inventory control, equipment maintenance, and safety and sanitation procedures, ensuring daily routines are prompt, hygienic, safe, and consistent with food service delivery standards. In the absence of the Center Director, the manager handles day-to-day Center operations, including meal-service data entry.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work as a team member and communicate effectively and courteously.
• Ability to work respectfully and effectively with people from varied ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, and cultural backgrounds.
• Flexibility and well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain records and understand written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to learn computer software as needed.
• Professional manner and attire.
• No conviction record that would contraindicate employment.
• Valid Texas driver's license and reliable vehicle with current vehicle liability insurance.
• Non-judgmental approach.
• Compliance with HCCAA policies and confidentiality requirements.
• Current health card as required by public health laws.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, reach, lift up to 50 pounds, and drive as needed.
• Manual dexterity to operate kitchen equipment and standard office machines; normal hearing and vision.
• Ability to handle new and diverse work problems, resolve problems and conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure.
• Personal maturity and ability to interact with other employees.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in food handling and preparation.
• Experience in service delivery to underprivileged populations.
• Experience in HCCAA programs.
• Bilingual skills are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in accordance with regulations.
• Ensure proper and accurate food portions are served and document results daily.
• Monitor and document food temperatures daily for safe handling.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are followed and work and storage areas are kept neat and clean.
• Post dietician-signed menus in the kitchen and Center, including any substitutions.
• Maintain an accurate, up-to-date inventory of kitchen equipment and food products.
• Care for and clean utensils, pans, and equipment; complete weekly documentation.
• Submit weekly grocery orders to Central Office or a contracted food supplier.
• Shop locally for groceries as needed.
• Oversee delivery, handling, and storage of products and supplies.
• Maintain proper storage and control of waste.
• Deliver home-delivered meals as needed.
• Assist with cleaning the Center facility as needed.
• Manage day-to-day Center operations, including meal-service data entry, when the Center Director is absent.
• Enter personal time worked in the Automated Time Keeping system (Employee Web Services).
• Attend required trainings.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Benefits

• Accrual of sick and vacation leave.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• 125 Cafeteria Plan.
• Up to 15 paid holidays per year.
• Options for employee-paid benefits; eligibility and terms are subject to personnel policies and may change.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED