Anticipated Food Service Kitchen Manager - Shapleigh Memorial

REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, ME  04087 Title: Food Service Kitchen Manager - Shapleigh Memorial   Reports to:  School Nutrition Director   Position Summary: Responsible for coordinating and supervising the day to day functions of the school kitchen to ensure a smooth and efficient operation   Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent ServSafe Certification (within the first 6 months of employment) Prior relevant experience (preferred) Maine Department of Education Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) or ability to attain   Skills/Abilities: Advanced math, reading and communication skills  Advanced computer skills with the ability to learn various computer programs Ability to safely use all necessary kitchen equipment Advanced knowledge of weight scales and measurements Ability to read, follow and convert a recipe Ability to manage staff and foster a positive work environment Ability to handle high stress situations with professionalism Ability to learn and follow all federal, state and local rules/regulations in relation to the School Nutrition Program   General Responsibilities Consults with the School Nutrition Office when questions arise Works with administration on building related issues or concerns Maintains a high level of confidentiality in relation to students and staff Provides effective communication in a timely and appropriate manner Flexibility in learning and executing new skills and concepts Adapts to a variety of assignments and working conditions Identifies and resolves issues or conflicts with a positive temperament Maintains a daily/weekly employee timesheet Adheres to all district policies and procedures Hiring, Training, Supervising and Evaluating Employees Assists with the hiring process for new staff Plans kitchen schedule for efficient food production Assigns daily duties evenly amongst staff Evaluates employees fairly and honestly Maintains a positive and productive working environment Provides training to staff on all aspects of their daily duties including the computerized accountability system   Sanitation and Safety Follows all local and state health regulations and is responsible for the security and safety of all food and supplies Ensures that all staff are abiding by RSU 57 Standard Operating Procedures Maintains clean and organized food preparation and storage areas Supervises the operation of all equipment for proper use and safety Reports all injuries and equipment malfunctions immediately to the School Nutrition Office Maintains a valid ServSafe Certificate Food Production and Meal Service Forecasts accurate amounts of menu items to ensure all students are offered the daily menu choices with limited waste Supervises all food preparation ensuring that menu items are prepared and available according to daily production records Utilizes leftovers effectively and safely when appropriate Supervises and assists staff with food preparation, serving, cooking, and baking Monitors and maintains consistency, quality and safety of food throughout meal service Supervises and assists during meal service to ensure all federal and state reimbursable meal requirements are met Provides excellent customer service to students and staff Supervises and assists in cleaning the kitchen and serving areas Completes and submits all required paperwork to the School Nutrition Office Maintains accurate daily/weekly cash sheets and bank deposits Food Orders, Deliveries, and Inventories Submits prompt and accurate orders to vendors and School Nutrition Office Maintains an adequate inventory of food and supplies Supervises the check in of deliveries and reports any missing or damaged items to the School Nutrition Office Submits an accurate monthly inventory Professional Development Meets annual professional development requirements Attends manager meetings and holds team meetings upon return Monitors and assists staff with meeting professional development requirements   Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, climb stairs, lift (ranging from 25-75 lbs), bend, pull, push, walk, kneel, crouch, and perform other physical tasks that may be required from time to time. The employee must have the ability to stand for periods as long as 6 hours or more on a cement/tile kitchen floor. The employee must have the ability to work in a hot, humid environment.    Terms of Employment: Hourly, work year and working conditions to be established by the RSU 57  School Board.    Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the School Board’s policy on evaluation.    Note: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principle functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.    Equal Opportunity Employer: RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.