Coordinator of Cooks and Cafeteria Manager Support Services/Cafeteria Manager/Cook III

Job Description

Position: Coordinator of Cooks and Cafeteria Manager Support Services

Reports to: Executive Director of Child Nutrition Department/Principal

Employment Term: 215 Days (flex)

Daily Schedule: 6:30 am-1:30 pm

Salary Schedule: Payscale H with years of experience.

SUMMARY:

To provide mentoring, staff development, support and related tasks for the cooks and cafeteria managers of Berkeley County Schools.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Serve as a mentor for all new food service staff and cafeteria managers, food service staff needing additional support and food services staff needing support through an improvement plan.
Assist the Department of Child Nutrition on training needs in order to develop and implement training for food service staff in the appropriate procedures for ordering supplies and commodities.
Assist the Department of Child Nutrition in preparation of materials for workshops, presentations, and staff development.
Assist in the development of a comprehensive professional development plan and identify and provide training opportunities for food service staff throughout the year.
Receive telephone calls, make appointments, and maintain calendar for the tasks of the job.
Provide general and expert information to the cooks and cafeteria managers of all schools.
Handle all correspondence for email, letters, and phone calls.
Maintain general information and files that efficiently affects the job.
Assist the Executive Director of Child Nutrition in preparation of materials for workshops and presentations.
Print reports from WVEIS, Safe Schools and other software as needed.
Prepare, create, develop staff development and deliver such staff development to target audiences.
Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Maintain a neat and professional personal appearance.
Maintain a neat and professional work environment.
Substitute for absent cooks, cafeteria manager staff throughout the school district as requested by Executive Director of Child Nutrition.
Attend meetings or handle situations outside normal work hours. Must be able to work a flexible schedule and locations.
Assist with communication, training, and other matters in kitchens throughout the school district.
Attend professional development sessions as requested by Executive Director of Child Nutrition
Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Child Nutrition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Meet employment standards for the position, including high school diploma and

classification of Cafeteria Manager. Prefer a minimum of four years experience as a

Cafeteria Manager.

Demonstrated proficiency in, Adobe Contribute, Microsoft office 2013 including: Word, Excel, Power Point, Safe Schools, Primero, and other software applications as needed.
Demonstrated proficiency in file storage and retrieval of documents (both electronically and in printed form) such as WVEIS attendance reports for cooks and cafeteria managers, Primero food program, and other relevant software.
Ability to work well under stress and maintain flexibility.
Ability to listen and follow directions.
Demonstrates initiative, works well independently; able to prioritize assignments.
Ability to work as an effective member of a team.
Must possess excellent communication skills, including ability to converse in a positive and effective manner.
Has the ability to speak well in front of large groups of people.
Ability to perform multiple tasks in a highly organized accurate, systematic, productive and professional manner.
Possess general knowledge of the school kitchen operations and procedures.
Ability to comprehend and retain a working knowledge of West Virginia State law; Berkeley County Board of Education policies and regulations.
Ability to retrieve electronic reports.
Dependable, efficient, conscientious.
Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills in the use of the telephone and in writing, practicing Standard English usage.
Ability to handle confidential information with extreme care.
Maintains positive work habits, exhibits a positive attitude, and has excellent attendance.
Maintains and upgrades skills on a regular basis.
Must have the ServeSafe certification or obtain at next available class time.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and handling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to withstand heat. Ability to be exposed to chemicals.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

None.

Non-Exempt

Berkeley County Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Position: CAFETERIA MANAGER

SUMMARY:

Responsible for planning, managing, monitoring, supervising and providing assistance in the provisioning, operation, and functions of a school cafeteria.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Assigns, directs, plans, and supervises the work of all cafeteria employees.
  
• Directs and assists in the preparation of food portions and prepares for the serving of all food in the cafeteria.
  
• Directs sanitation procedures.
  
• Inspects the kitchen, cooking and mixing utensils, and employees for cleanliness and sanitary purposes.
  
• Plans, directs, and supervises cleaning schedules for the eating area of the cafeteria.
  
• Assumes responsibility for the requisition & security of food and supplies.
  
• Assumes responsibility for the making requisition for repairs of equipment.
  
• Instructs new (and substitute) cafeteria employees in performing their assigned tasks.
  
• Performs related duties as required including duties at special meal functions.
  
• Orders food through the central food service office so the school's nutritional offerings follow the county developed menus and serving portions as required by food guidelines.
  
• Correctly completes, in a timely manner, and keeps reports and documents pertinent to food services.
  
• Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

General knowledge of the preparation, cooking and serving of food in large quantities; general knowledge of food quality and values: some knowledge of special dietary requirements; general knowledge of the practices used in receiving and storing food in large quantities; general knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety measures used in food handling and in the operation, cleaning and care of utensils, equipment and work area; ability to supervise the work of others; ability to prepare reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and school staff. Able to maintain emotional control, the ability to work with others in a close fast paced environment and the ability to address customers and staff in a pleasant, courteous manner. Must be organized and be able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and correctly complete reports and documents in a timely manner.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma. Have or obtain a valid sanitation certification issued by the local health department. Must successfully complete any the manager training class/staff development and successfully performed responsibilities as an on the job manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and handling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to withstand heat. Ability to be exposed to chemicals.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

None.

Non-Exempt

Berkeley County Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Job Description: Cook III

Summary

"Cook III" means personnel employed to prepare and serve meals, make reports prepare requisitions for supplies, order equipment and repairs for a food service program of a school system. WV §18A-4-8. A cook performs responsible cooking and baking duties, following nutritionally sound menus and may be assigned inventory, record keeping, computer input responsibilities. The cook may assume additional duties in the absence of the Cafeteria Manager. Positions in this class require specific training and the ability to do quantity cooking and/or baking. After initial orientation, work is performed with minimum supervision. Nature of the work requires moderate physical effort, continuous standing and use of commercial food service equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Approximate Percent of Time Spent

Duty Title

Description and Tasks

70%

Food preparation

? Prepare all food on the daily menu as needed and/or scheduled

? Apply knowledge, complete documentation and train others as needed in regards to BCS Standard Operating Procedures and HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)

? Complete and/or supervise PreK meal service responsibilities.

? Follows written, verbal and other directions

? Participate in cleaning, maintenance and security of kitchen and storage areas

? Perform related work as required

? Reads and interprets written recipes and other written and verbal directions

? Verify food temperatures for safety

? Makes menu item substitutions with the approval of the Cafeteria Manager and Child Nutrition director

20%

Management/Supervision

? Reviews weekly menus with manager and assist for planning food preparation schedule, inventory levels/needs, and order receiving

? Aid in the operation, troubleshooting, and training of commercial food service equipment

? Knowledge and protocols of students with Medical Plan of Care for Food Service and their identified allergens

? When requested, trains/instructs substitute cooks assigned to the work location in preparation of school meals

? Inputs data into computer when applicable

10%

Other Duties

? All other duties defined in the Cook I/II job description

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED pursuant to WV code §18A-2-5
  
• Certification: Serv Safe Certification, WV State Cook Competency Exam pursuant to WV code §18A-4-8e
  
• Previous Experience: Prior food services experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge:
  • Read and follow instructions
    
  • Decision making skills
    
  • Understand and follow safety procedures
    
  • Read and understand recipes
    
  • Basic computer knowledge
    
  • Use of basic kitchen utensils and appliances
    
  • Complies with State Law and County Policies and regulations
    
  • Attends in-services and workshops as directed

Basic Skills:

• • Constantly (More than 5.6 hours or 69% of the day): Active Listening, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, Monitoring, Speaking, Writing , Complex Problem Solving
    
  • Frequently (Between 2.6 hours and 5.5 hours or 33% to 68% of the day): Active Learning, Critical Thinking, Learning Strategies
  
  
• Resource Management Skills:
  • Frequently (Between 2.6 hours and 5.5 hours or 33% to 68% of the day): Time Management, Management of Material Resources, Management of Personnel Resources

Social & System Skills:

• • Constantly (More than 5.6 hours or 69% of the day): Service Orientation, Instructing, Service Orientation, Coordination, Negotiation, Persuasion, Social Perceptiveness, Time management, Systems Evaluation, Systems Analysis, Judgment & Decision Making
  
  
• Technical Skills:
  • Frequently (Between 2.6 hours and 5.5 hours or 33% to 68% of the day): Equipment Maintenance, Equipment Selection, Operation Monitoring, Operation and Control, Quality Control Analysis, Troubleshooting

Work Environment

• Physical & Psychomotor Demands:
  • Constantly (more than 5.6 hours or 69% of the day): Balancing, Feeling, Hearing, Repetitive Motion, Walking, Crawling, Crouching, Grasping
    
  • Frequently (Between 2.6 hours and 5.5 hours or 33% to 68% of the day): Control Precision, Finger & Hand Dexterity, Kneeling, Lifting, Multi-limb Coordination, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Talking
  
  
• Current Work Type:
  • Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment:

• • Moderate risk and discomfort level: The work involves moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, carts, or machines; exposure to contagious diseases or irritant chemicals. Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear, such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Level of responsibility: N/A
  
• Reporting Structure:
  • Direct Reports: 0
    
  • Indirect Reports: 0

Budgetary Authority:

• • Manage a budget and have signing authority? No
    
  • Approximate dollar amount of budgetary authority: $0

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

EEO Disclaimer

Berkeley County Schools is an equal opportunity employer and is subject to federal regulations pertaining to employment. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Berkeley County Schools has a continuing non-discrimination policy which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or any other protected status.

Berkeley County Schools is bound by statute to recommend the most qualified applicants for position vacancies. In order to determine those qualifications as set forth by the West Virginia Code, we require all applicants to fill out an application, which includes references, and, in many instances, participate in interviews. Failure to provide references, negative references, and failing to participate in requested interviews may impact negatively a candidate's qualifications.

Applicants who have been dismissed or have had their contracts non-renewed for cause are not eligible for consideration. Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. Applicants must complete the entire application and provide all documents required. Failure to complete the application and provide requested items will result in the application not being considered.

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