What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering Manager position at Arlington Independent School District?
Job Description
Job Description
ROLE AND PURPOSE :
Responsible for food production of all catering functions of the Food and Nutrition Services Department; and to assist in all aspects of quality control, product, recipe development and analysis.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Education / Certification :
High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution
Certification as a food service manager required.
Chef certification and / or chef experience required.
Advanced education in Food Service Management preferred.
Special Knowledge / Skills :
Demonstrates above average knowledge of food production techniques with catering or merchandising
Must have above average communications and problem solving skills
Excellent public relation skills
Knowledge of all areas of kitchen production
Ability to train employees in all areas of production and delivery
A high degree of stamina and flexibility required
Current driver's license and ability to drive a van
Must be willing to obtain commercial license, if necessary
Must be able to lift twenty (20) pounds unassisted and forty (40) pounds assisted
The employee should have normal vision, with corrective lens
Minimum Experience :
Three successful years in commercial catering.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :
INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
Provides on-the-job culinary training and coaching for all Food & Nutrition Service staff as needed.
SCHOOL / ORGANIZATION CLIMATE
Takes catering orders and generates quotes in a timely manner for catering department.
Must manage phone calls, emails, and voicemails with catering customers.
Interpersonal skills a must.
SCHOOL / ORGANIZATIONAL IMPROVEMENT
Works with Food & Nutrition Services staff to develop, test, and modify standardized recipes for school breakfast, lunch and catering.
Assists in creating a marketing plan to implement new food concepts and trends.
ADMINISTRATION AND FISCAL / FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Plans catering menus and consults with Chef.
Follows quality standards for the presentation and service of food.
Follows procedures to ensure that food is prepared and served in a sanitary and safe environment.
Follows purchasing guidelines to ensure food and supplies purchased reflect customer preferences, district needs, policies, and nutrition objectives.
Follows standard operational procedures for receiving, storing, and inventory of food and non-food supplies based on catering needs.
Maintains, updates, and manages distribution of the inventory for small equipment and uniforms for Food & nutrition Services.
Maintains catering calendar.
STUDENT MANAGEMENT
None
SCHOOL / COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Supports the District and Food & Nutrition Services mission, goals and core values.
Frequent verbal interaction with fellow employees, teachers and parents; must have a good rapport with students, staff, co-workers or parents.
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Attend In-Service training, workshops and conventions whenever possible to learn new techniques and operations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for food production and quality control for all catering events.
Supervisors all activities of the Catering Assistants.
MISCELLANEOUS
Other projects as assigned by the Catering Supervisor, Assistant Director or the Director.
Driving required, may require heavy lifting, including heavily loaded trays, carts and coolers. This position has varied hours to include nights and weekends.
Work changes rapidly and must be tolerant of temperature extremes.
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