Job Description
Job Description
REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT #57
Office of the Superintendent
Waterboro, ME 04087
Title: Food Service Kitchen Manager - Lyman Elementary School
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 principal 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.
REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT #57
Office of the Superintendent
Waterboro, ME 04087
Title: Food Service Kitchen Manager - Lyman Elementary School
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 principal 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.
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