Job Overview
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee wellness programs
Staff discounts
Job Description
Glendale Elementary School District is a well-established educational institution committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a nurturing environment for students. The district emphasizes the importance of holistic development, which includes not only academic excellence but also ensuring the well-being and health of its students. To support this mission, Glendale Elementary School District operates a comprehensive food service program designed to serve nutritious meals aligned with mandated nutritional standards. This program plays a crucial role in promoting healthy eating habits among students and providing balanced meals to support their growth and learning throughout the school day.
The position of Food Service Manager at Glendale Elementary School District is critical to the success of this program. This role involves overseeing daily food service operations, including the cooking and preparation of food items compliant with pre-planned menus that meet nutritional guidelines. The Food Service Manager will be responsible for directing food service personnel, ensuring efficient workflow, and maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment. Managing inventory, ordering supplies, and verifying the quality and quantity of food orders are essential functions of this job. Additionally, the manager handles administrative responsibilities such as balancing and reporting daily receipts, maintaining records, and preparing various reports to document sales and operational activities.
Beyond operational duties, the Food Service Manager promotes food service initiatives and special events like National Lunch Week and the school breakfast program to encourage healthy eating habits among students. The manager also ensures kitchen equipment is maintained in safe working order and responds to inquiries from students, staff, and the community regarding food services. This position requires collaboration with diverse groups, including students, school staff, and external vendors, to maintain a seamless and effective food service operation.
Employment in this role is non-exempt, meaning it qualifies for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act, and carries a salary grade of 20 as per Glendale Elementary School District's standards. The position demands adherence to safety and sanitation protocols, proficiency in quantity cooking, and the ability to manage personnel and inventory effectively. Candidates should hold a high school diploma or equivalent and have relevant job-related experience with increasing responsibility in food service environments. Certifications such as a Food Handler's Certificate and ServSafe Certification are required, along with clearances including an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card and proof of immunizations as part of the district's compliance requirements.
In summary, the Food Service Manager at Glendale Elementary School District will play an essential role in directing nutritious food preparation and service, managing kitchen staff and resources, and promoting a healthy food environment for students. This position is suited for individuals who excel in leadership, are detail-oriented, and are committed to supporting student wellness through effective food service operations. It offers a stable work environment within an educational setting, with opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth. The ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively, manage diverse tasks, and uphold high food safety and quality standards to meet the needs of the Glendale school community.
The position of Food Service Manager at Glendale Elementary School District is critical to the success of this program. This role involves overseeing daily food service operations, including the cooking and preparation of food items compliant with pre-planned menus that meet nutritional guidelines. The Food Service Manager will be responsible for directing food service personnel, ensuring efficient workflow, and maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment. Managing inventory, ordering supplies, and verifying the quality and quantity of food orders are essential functions of this job. Additionally, the manager handles administrative responsibilities such as balancing and reporting daily receipts, maintaining records, and preparing various reports to document sales and operational activities.
Beyond operational duties, the Food Service Manager promotes food service initiatives and special events like National Lunch Week and the school breakfast program to encourage healthy eating habits among students. The manager also ensures kitchen equipment is maintained in safe working order and responds to inquiries from students, staff, and the community regarding food services. This position requires collaboration with diverse groups, including students, school staff, and external vendors, to maintain a seamless and effective food service operation.
Employment in this role is non-exempt, meaning it qualifies for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act, and carries a salary grade of 20 as per Glendale Elementary School District's standards. The position demands adherence to safety and sanitation protocols, proficiency in quantity cooking, and the ability to manage personnel and inventory effectively. Candidates should hold a high school diploma or equivalent and have relevant job-related experience with increasing responsibility in food service environments. Certifications such as a Food Handler's Certificate and ServSafe Certification are required, along with clearances including an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card and proof of immunizations as part of the district's compliance requirements.
In summary, the Food Service Manager at Glendale Elementary School District will play an essential role in directing nutritious food preparation and service, managing kitchen staff and resources, and promoting a healthy food environment for students. This position is suited for individuals who excel in leadership, are detail-oriented, and are committed to supporting student wellness through effective food service operations. It offers a stable work environment within an educational setting, with opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth. The ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively, manage diverse tasks, and uphold high food safety and quality standards to meet the needs of the Glendale school community.
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility
- food handler's certificate
- servsafe certification
- pre-employment proficiency test
- ivp fingerprint clearance card
- required measles/rubella immunity/vaccination
- valid form i-9
Job Qualifications
- high school diploma or equivalent
- job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility
- food handler's certificate
- servsafe certification
- ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events
- ability to gather, collate, and/or classify data
- ability to adapt to changing work priorities
- ability to work as part of a team
- ability to work with children
- ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- ability to be attentive to detail
- ability to meet deadlines and schedules
- knowledge of quantity cooking
- knowledge of health standards and hazards
- knowledge of safety practices and procedures
Job Duties
- cooks main dish entrees as identified in pre-planned menus for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or projected meal requirements
- directs other food service personnel for the purpose of guiding them in performing their functions in a safe and efficient manner
- estimates food preparation amounts and adjusts recipes if required for the purpose of meeting projected meal requirements and minimizing waste
- inspects food items and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying quantity, quality and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements
- inventories food, condiments and supplies monthly for the purpose of ensuring availability of items
- monitors cafeteria workers and kitchen areas for the purpose of ensuring a safe and sanitary working environment
- orders food and food supplies for the purpose of ensuring the availability of required items
- performs personnel functions such as performance evaluations, time tracking approvals, etc. for the purpose of ensuring department objectives are achieved
- prepares a variety of reports such as temperature logs, catering log, meals served, supply inventory, cash receipts, etc. for the purpose of documenting the sales and activities within the site cafeteria
- promotes food service operations and special events such as National Lunch Week, school breakfast program, etc. for the purpose of expanding services and developing nutrition habits in students
- reports equipment malfunctions for the purpose of maintaining equipment in safe working order
- responds to inquiries of students, staff and the public for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding the type and/or cost of meals
- tests prepared food for flavor, appearance and temperature for the purpose of ensuring acceptance of items by students, staff, etc.
- performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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