Food Service Manager (Wildfire Response)

POSITION INFORMATION: BASIC DETAILS

Travel Requirement: Yes – Deployed Position

Teleworking: No

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $24.59/hr

Pay is based on numerous factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

POSITION SUMMARY INFORMATION: DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Job Summary:

Has ultimate responsibility for the overall smooth operation of Job Site/Mobilization in the absence of the Food Services Manager. By having a working familiarity with all job functions and duties of assigned staff, the Fire Pod Manager will coordinate the establishment and daily functioning of the Job Site/Mobilization while maintaining communications with the Fire Pod Administrative Manager, Kitchen Manager, Food Services Manager, Director of Support, and any applicable governmental representatives and/or corporate clients.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provides input to the Fire Pod Administrative Manager to ensure sufficient staff is hired for the Fire Pod and coordinates times to meet on the Job Site/Mobilization.
• Makes initial contact with governmental representatives and/or corporate clients to get information on facilities and logistics. In conjunction with the Fire Pod Administrative Manager, The Fire Pod Manager determines where to set-up camp, estimated numbers to be fed, time frames for serving, and potential for spikes. Sets up meeting with Food Unit Leader (for fire camps).
• Coordinates all necessary equipment and supplies. Works on bringing in communications lines, coordinates with water tenders and fuel tenders if available.
• Finds propane source and sets up a schedule for refilling.
• Tracks and monitors employee hours, ensuring equal distribution of overtime.
• Maintains Manager’s/Operator’s Journals or other logs daily. Ensures staff is trained on completing appropriate journals.
• Inventories equipment and reports status to Warehouse Manager.
• Coordinates with Kitchen Manager and Inventory Lead to determine products on hand for first menu. Delegates purchase of supplies or food.
• Records all menus, serving times, meal counts, personnel lists, and mileage.
• Takes all orders from government agents and/or corporate client representatives and informs appropriate staff members. Assists Fire Pod Administrative Manager with filling out invoices to be paid by government agency or corporate client and has appropriate representative sign-off as needed.
• Ensures weekly safety meetings are held. Assists in preparation and completion of accident, injury or illness reports and submission to GardaWorld Federal Services HR/Shared Services Office.
• Conducts daily meetings with Fire Pod Manager and Kitchen Manager.
• Ensures that Job Site/Mobilization is maintained in a clean and orderly fashion and that staff is appropriately supervised.
• Makes every effort to resolve issues by consulting with concerned parties, whether governmental agents or employees.
• Reviews and signs off on government evaluation of job.

Required Education, Certifications, Licenses, and Experience:

• ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification or equivalent ANSI National Accreditation Board and the Conference of Food Protection Certificate
• 2-3 years experience working in a fast paced food service environment.
• 2-3 years experience in a supervisor or managerial position.

Preferred Education, Certifications, Licenses, and Experience:

• Experience working in a field / non-standard environment.

Work Environment:

Employees may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Physical Requirements:

Employees may be required to remain in a stationary position, stand, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, balance, squat, bend, and reach. Employees may be also required to use gear to move items around, including, but not limited to, carts and dollies. Employees may also be occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds.

GardaWorld Federal Services is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.