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Central Kitchen Manger-Elementary

Surprise, AZ, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $38,900.00 - $62,300.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Life insurance
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Peoria Unified School District (PUSD) is a reputable educational institution dedicated to providing quality education and nutrition services to students across its schools. Located in Peoria, Arizona, PUSD serves a diverse student population with a strong commitment to supporting student health and well-being through comprehensive food and nutrition programs. The district employs qualified professionals to ensure the smooth operation of its cafeterias, promoting balanced meals that meet federal, state, and local guidelines. PUSD fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees can contribute to the educational mission by ensuring students have access to nutritious and safe food options. Joining... Show More

Job Requirements

  • must have a valid IVP fingerprint card and be able to pass a background clearance check
  • must be able to obtain within one month of employment and maintain a certified food service manager's card
  • may be required to lift and/or carry heavy, bulky supplies, materials, equipment, food and/or service products and other items weighing up to 50 pounds
  • may be exposed to extreme temperature shifts while working in a kitchen and/or freezer
  • may be required to work outside normal working hours
  • may be required to travel to perform work functions
  • must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver license

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • five years of relevant, progressively responsible food service preparation, cooking, baking, kitchen management or closely related experience
  • knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes and PUSD policies and procedures
  • knowledge of the principles of management and supervision
  • knowledge of the principles of bookkeeping and/or accounting
  • knowledge of the principles of inventory control
  • knowledge of nutrition standards and guidelines
  • skill in reading, understanding, interpreting and applying relevant federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes and PUSD policies and procedures
  • skill in identifying nutrition needs and guidelines
  • skill in following written formulas, recipes, and related cooking instructions
  • skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, vendors, students, parents, the general public and others having business with the school district
  • skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications

Job Duties

  • Leads the work unit and personnel
  • provides and/or recommends training
  • coordinates schedules, prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects
  • establishes performance measures, goals, objectives and priorities
  • evaluates work performance
  • provides feedback, technical guidance
  • advises personnel of new or revised information
  • assigns, plans and supervises food preparation work
  • reviews planned menus, schedules and related requirements
  • oversees removal of food supplies, products, seasonings and other items necessary from inventory
  • initiates purchase and/or restocking of supplies and materials as required
  • directs and/or participates in cleaning and sanitation to kitchen, food preparation and other relevant areas
  • determines compliance to established and required practices and procedures
  • reviews and monitors food service lines
  • observes operations and activities
  • works with cooks and others to keep food available, stored and served at the correct temperature and in monitoring student portions
  • reviews student eligibility for free or reduced cost meals
  • prepares food production worksheets
  • reviews past records and files
  • determines appropriate amount of food products, service and related items to be ordered
  • oversees and performs duties associated with handling, collecting, verifying, reconciling and/or depositing cash, receipts and other forms of payment received
  • reviews food products delivered
  • determines adherence with and compliance to quantity and quality of product ordered
  • initiates process to return unusable and/or unwanted products and supplies as required
  • oversees and assists with food products and supply storage
  • updates files and records of products received and products utilized
  • performs other duties as assigned or required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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