Assistant Cafe Manager - Olathe East High School, 6:00am - 2:30pm, 8 hours
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $18.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Olathe Public Schools is a well-established educational institution dedicated to providing quality education and supportive services to its diverse student population. Located in Olathe, Kansas, the school district is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and nourishing environment for all students. Recognized for its emphasis on student well-being and academic excellence, Olathe Public Schools operates various departments to meet the needs of its community, including an essential Food Service Department. The Food Service Department plays a pivotal role in delivering nutritious meal options that comply with mandated health and nutritional standards, contributing significantly to the overall student experience and health outcomes.
The position of Food Service Assistant Manager at Olathe Public Schools is a classified role that requires 8.0 working hours daily across 167 calendar days yearly, with a compensation rate of $18.50 per hour. This role is critical in supporting and enhancing the food service operations at assigned school locations, ensuring that food preparation activities and related tasks are efficiently organized and executed. The Assistant Manager will provide direct assistance to the Food Service Staff by overseeing food quality, quantity, preparation processes, and compliance with health regulations. Collaboration with multiple school sites is expected, supporting other locations as necessary to maintain high standards across the district.
Reporting directly to the Food Services Cafe Manager, the Food Service Assistant Manager undertakes responsibilities essential to maintaining operational excellence in the cafeteria environment. These include scheduling work assignments, onboarding new employees, managing daily transactions such as processing receipts and preparing bank deposits, and inspecting food orders for quality and accuracy. The position demands constant vigilance to assure the proper implementation of menu plans that fulfill students’ mandated nutritional requirements. Additionally, the Assistant Manager monitors food service operations to ensure cleanliness, safety, and adherence to health guidelines, leading efforts to maintain a sanitary food service environment.
The Assistant Manager will also engage in evaluating prepared food for appearance, flavor, and temperature to guarantee an enjoyable and safe dining experience for students and faculty. Administrative duties include maintaining written and electronic records, compiling detailed reports, and managing communications with the community, staff, and students regarding food services. This role requires a proactive and hands-on approach, balancing operational management with frontline involvement in cooking, preparation, serving, and transportation of food and beverage items.
An ideal candidate for this role will be organized, motivated, and possess a strong sense of responsibility. The environment demands excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under minimal supervision. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a collaborative team spirit are highly valued qualifications. This role also requires an individual capable of self-initiating improvements and following through to successful execution.
Physically, the role involves medium work that includes lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally, and frequent physical functions such as pushing, pulling, climbing, and balancing. The job may be performed under various temperature conditions and occasional hazardous environments, necessitating resilience and stamina.
Olathe Public Schools is an inclusive employer that strictly prohibits discrimination on many fronts including race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity. The school district also requires candidates to pass background clearances and tuberculosis tests as part of its employment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of its community. This job description highlights the significant role the Food Service Assistant Manager plays in supporting the health and nutritional needs of students while contributing to the operational success of the school district's food service program.
The position of Food Service Assistant Manager at Olathe Public Schools is a classified role that requires 8.0 working hours daily across 167 calendar days yearly, with a compensation rate of $18.50 per hour. This role is critical in supporting and enhancing the food service operations at assigned school locations, ensuring that food preparation activities and related tasks are efficiently organized and executed. The Assistant Manager will provide direct assistance to the Food Service Staff by overseeing food quality, quantity, preparation processes, and compliance with health regulations. Collaboration with multiple school sites is expected, supporting other locations as necessary to maintain high standards across the district.
Reporting directly to the Food Services Cafe Manager, the Food Service Assistant Manager undertakes responsibilities essential to maintaining operational excellence in the cafeteria environment. These include scheduling work assignments, onboarding new employees, managing daily transactions such as processing receipts and preparing bank deposits, and inspecting food orders for quality and accuracy. The position demands constant vigilance to assure the proper implementation of menu plans that fulfill students’ mandated nutritional requirements. Additionally, the Assistant Manager monitors food service operations to ensure cleanliness, safety, and adherence to health guidelines, leading efforts to maintain a sanitary food service environment.
The Assistant Manager will also engage in evaluating prepared food for appearance, flavor, and temperature to guarantee an enjoyable and safe dining experience for students and faculty. Administrative duties include maintaining written and electronic records, compiling detailed reports, and managing communications with the community, staff, and students regarding food services. This role requires a proactive and hands-on approach, balancing operational management with frontline involvement in cooking, preparation, serving, and transportation of food and beverage items.
An ideal candidate for this role will be organized, motivated, and possess a strong sense of responsibility. The environment demands excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under minimal supervision. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a collaborative team spirit are highly valued qualifications. This role also requires an individual capable of self-initiating improvements and following through to successful execution.
Physically, the role involves medium work that includes lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally, and frequent physical functions such as pushing, pulling, climbing, and balancing. The job may be performed under various temperature conditions and occasional hazardous environments, necessitating resilience and stamina.
Olathe Public Schools is an inclusive employer that strictly prohibits discrimination on many fronts including race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity. The school district also requires candidates to pass background clearances and tuberculosis tests as part of its employment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of its community. This job description highlights the significant role the Food Service Assistant Manager plays in supporting the health and nutritional needs of students while contributing to the operational success of the school district's food service program.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Restaurant or retail management experience preferred
- Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
- High degree of confidentiality, motivation, and responsibility
- Demonstrated ability in analyzing, compiling, and organizing data
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment
- Highly collaborative team player
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.)
- Ability to self-initiate areas of opportunity, make recommendations for improvement, and follow up as necessary to achieve desired results
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Restaurant or retail management experience preferred
- Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
- High degree of confidentiality, motivation, and responsibility
- Demonstrated ability in analyzing, compiling, and organizing data
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment
- Highly collaborative team player
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.)
- Ability to self-initiate areas of opportunity, make recommendations for improvement, and follow up as necessary to achieve desired results
Job Duties
- Assists scheduling assignments and work hours for Food Service Staff
- Climatizes newly hired employees to work center and school site processes
- Completes and documents transactions, processes receipts, and prepares bank deposits
- Evaluates prepared food for appearance, flavor, and temperature
- Implements menu plans meeting students mandated daily nutritional requirements
- Inspects and inventories orders confirming quality, quantity, and specifications of orders
- Maintains a sanitary food service environment complying with current health standards
- Assists in managing food service operations to health and follows mandated standards
- Monitors food service operations to ensure a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment
- Oversees cooking, preparation, serving, and transportation of food and beverage items
- Prepares documentation in the form of records, reports, sheets, and summaries
- Responds to inquiries from the community, staff, and students regarding food services
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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