Nutrition Services - Assistant Manager @ Salk Middle School, 8 Hrs, Cont.

Spokane Public Schools•Salk Middle School - Spokane, WA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Cafeteria Manager, this role involves preparing baked products, salads, meat dishes, and/or other main dishes. The Assistant Manager assists others in the preparation and serving of high-quality, nutritious meals, along with cleanup, to ensure a self-supporting program that meets budgeted annual revenues and supports student nutritional well-being. The position requires interacting with kitchen and school staff, students, and the public in a cooperative and professional manner. The Assistant Manager will also replace the manager during their absence. This is a continuing role with 8 hours per day, typically from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability and aptitude to perform the responsibilities listed.
Meet all the criteria for Prep Worker position.
One year of quantity cooking and/or baking preferred, or equivalent. Other related institutional feeding operations may be considered.
Demonstrate ability to meet the requirements of Secondary Assistant Manager level by exhibiting minimum scores on appropriate interview and/or test.
Demonstrate Knowledge of and Ability to Utilize: All kitchen utensils and equipment including care and cleaning; Rules of food safety and sanitation; Fundamentals of quantity food preparation, storage, and portion control; USDA rules and regulations for Nutrition Services program; Nutrition Services department policies and procedures; Fundamentals of HACCP procedures; All paperwork/reports required of position.
Nutrition Services/Health Department Requirements: Obtain and possess a valid Food Handler's Permit; Hepatitis A vaccination or waiver; Current fingerprint record on file.
Education/Physical Work Requirements: High school diploma or GED; At least one year of advanced training/experience in specific job requirements; Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional growth and development by attending workshops, meetings, and continuing education classes when offered; Satisfactory completion of approved Safety/Sanitation class within previous five years; Ability to read, write, and communicate; Ability to understand verbal and written directions; Basic mathematical skills; Ability to read measuring devices; Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds without assistance, to bend, stoop, and lift overhead; Use of both hands; Ability to stand for extended periods of time; Ability to operate district and nutrition services computer hardware and software as needed.
Exhibit Ability to: Learn and perform responsibilities of manager and substitute for manager during his/her absence; Be flexible and adjust work pace to meet the demands of changing workload; Exhibit a professional attitude at all times and a willingness to take directions and work with others in a positive, cooperative, and pleasant manner; Make independent decisions and take appropriate action while following established procedures and guidelines; Promote nutrition education and Nutrition Services program; Work with groups to interpret and/or promote school lunch program as a nutrition and education program.
General knowledge of some technical procedures or work activity.
Working knowledge of some Nutrition Services practices.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, teachers, parents, and administrators while maintaining confidentiality.
Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Current Level 2 certification with School Nutrition Association, preferred.

Responsibilities

Knowing, following, and interpreting the procedures, policies, and requirements of the Nutrition Services program and Spokane Public Schools.
Actively participating in and assisting other employees with meal preparation, meal service, and cleanup following established food safety/sanitation and program procedures.
Providing supervision and training to Prep Worker personnel, student workers, and substitutes.
Transporting food to other school locations as needed.
Accurately following established record keeping and inventory/food management procedures and guidelines.
Successfully completing required classes and attending meetings and/or workshops related to the position.
Assisting with the opening and closing of the kitchen prior to the beginning and ending of each school year.
Fulfilling other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) for employees working at least 630 hours per academic year.
Vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
Additional pay provisions above salary schedule in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Multiple medical plans offered from various providers.
Vision and Dental plan options.
Standard Life and AD&D insurance at no cost to the employee.
Employee paid benefits: Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).
Free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program for benefit-eligible employees and their dependent family members.
Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan (lifetime retirement pension plan or hybrid pension and investment plan).
Voluntary savings programs: DRS Deferred Compensation Program or 403(b) retirement plan.