Assistant Cafeteria Supervisor - FT/benefits

Assistant Cafeteria Supervisor
FLSA: Non-exempt
Terms of Employment: 217-days, full-time with benefits
Employee Group: Support Staff Compensation Plan
Location: William Tennent High School
JOB GOAL: Collaborate closely with the Supervisor at the high school to oversee production, meal execution, and service, ensuring balanced and nutritious meals for district students. Additionally, serve as a Catering Supervisor, managing all aspects of food preparation, delivery, and service for catering events within the school district.

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma required
Culinary arts or food service management certification preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Experience in food service required
Catering and/or event experience preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
1. Assist with the daily operations and supervision of the kitchen, ensuring the presentation of the cafeterias and the quality, appearance, and taste of all foods prepared.
2. Complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations and District policies and administrative regulations.
3. Cooperates with the building principal to coordinate the lunch and breakfast service with the educational program.
4. Assist with rotating assignments for daily operations and special evening functions, and schedule catering staff to ensure adequate coverage for all events.
5. Support in managing budgetary controls, minimizing food waste, and ensuring proper portion sizes for both daily operations and catered events.
6. Assist in overseeing sanitation efforts and managing Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP) record-keeping procedures.
7. Assist with inventory management for food and general supplies, maintaining optimal stock levels for daily operations and catered events. Support ordering processes and ensure proper storage of all items.
8. Assist in monitoring delinquent accounts, completing daily production reports, and preparing other reports as assigned.
9. Ensure sufficient supply levels, proper portion control, and accurate food display, while maintaining correct food temperatures at all times.
10. Participate in parent engagements and school activities outside of regular hours as needed or requested. Assist with maintaining inventory records for food and supplies, preparing sales activity reports, handling bank deposits, and updating daily production sheets.
11. Assist in applying and overseeing all principles of safe and sanitary food handling, preparation, and storage.
12. Assist cashiers during service, handle point-of-sale transactions according to established procedures, and ensure the security of daily receipts.
13. Participate in and support all mandatory training required by both the state and the school district.
14. Assist with the training and ongoing development of food service staff.
15. Oversee the safe operation and proper maintenance of all cafeteria equipment.
16. Collaborate with school administrators, event coordinators, and other district personnel to plan catering services for school events, meetings, sports functions, and other district-related activities.
17. Develop and modify catering menus in accordance with the district’s nutritional standards, student preferences, and budgetary constraints.
18. Oversee the preparation and delivery of meals for special events, meetings, and district functions.
19. Ensure appropriate menu planning, dietary accommodations, and food quantities for each catered event.
20. Monitor stock levels to minimize waste and ensure availability for scheduled events.
21. Supervise catering staff, including cooks, servers, and kitchen aides. Provide training on food preparation, presentation, and safety procedures.
22. Responsible for preparing catering invoices for clients, and ensuring accurate markup on food, supplies, and labor costs.
23. Foster positive relationships with school staff, parents, and students, ensuring a high level of satisfaction with catering services.
24. Hours may vary depending on school events, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
25. Show flexibility by supervising or assisting at any school within the district as required.