School Food Service Program Assistant Manager/Sous Chef - Year Round

Endeavor Schools•Columbia, MD

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Columbia Academy Elementary and Middle School is seeking a Food Service Assistant Manager/Sous Chef to manage all aspects of the school kitchen, ensuring safety and cleanliness. This role involves preparing healthy meals and snacks for students, creating and updating the school's HACCP plan, estimating food quantities, and maintaining records. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of school cafeteria operations, basic math and measurement skills, experience with standard cafeteria equipment, and proficiency in menu planning and food delivery to school locations. A passion for working with children is essential, and experience in fields like customer service, healthcare, or retail is also valued.

Requirements

High School or GED equivalent
2 + years of experience cooking
ServSafe Certification
CPR and First Aid Certification
Kitchen Manager License

Nice To Haves

Certificate, Associate, or Bachelor's degree in food service, culinary arts, or related field
Experience working in a large institution

Responsibilities

Create, update, and follow the school HACCP plan
Manage operations of a school cafeteria
Estimate food quantities and requisition proper amounts for economical food service
Operate standard cafeteria equipment and appliances
Maintain records and prepare reports
Ensure sanitation and safety practices related to food preparation and service
Understand and follow oral and written directions
Work independently with little direction
Efficiently deliver food to school locations
Create and design menus for meal planning