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

Endeavor Schools•Columbia, MD

9d•$21 - $24

About The Position

Join Columbia Academy Elementary and Middle School as a Food Service Assistant Manager/Sous Chef. The role involves managing aspects of the school kitchen, maintaining kitchen safety and cleanliness, and preparing healthy meals and snacks for students. The position supports school food service operations, including menu planning, food ordering, recordkeeping, and delivery to school locations. The role is part of a supportive workplace that offers career development and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 2 years of cooking experience.
ServSafe Certification.
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Knowledge of school cafeteria operations.
Ability to estimate food quantities and requisition appropriate amounts.
Understanding of basic math and measurements.
Experience operating standard cafeteria equipment and appliances.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
Understanding of food-preparation and service sanitation and safety practices.
Ability to follow oral and written directions and work independently with little direction.
Ability to deliver food efficiently to school locations.
Proficiency in creating and designing menus for meal planning.

Nice To Haves

Certificate, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in food service, culinary arts, or a related field.
Experience working in a large institution.
Kitchen Manager License.

Responsibilities

Create, update, and follow the school HACCP plan.
Support school cafeteria operations.
Estimate food quantities and requisition appropriate amounts for economical food service.
Operate standard cafeteria equipment and appliances.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Follow sanitation and safety practices related to food preparation and service.
Understand and follow oral and written directions, and work independently with little direction.
Deliver food efficiently to school locations.
Create and design menus for meal planning.
Prepare healthy meals and/or snacks for students.
Help manage the school kitchen and ensure its safety and cleanliness.