Kitchen Manager

San Antonio, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Temporary

Hourly

Internship

Consulting

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Exact $13.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee training and development programs

Equal opportunity employment and participation in E-Verify

Job Description

This hiring establishment is a respected player in the school foodservice industry, providing nutritious and high-quality meal options to students across its district. Specializing as a school foodservice provider, the company is dedicated to maintaining top standards of food safety, hygiene, and customer satisfaction while efficiently managing kitchen operations. The organization values compliance with federal, state, and local laws, especially those concerning health, safety, and labor regulations relevant to school environments. It prides itself on its commitment to the community, ensuring that children receive balanced meals in a safe and orderly setting. Operating within an educational context, the company understands... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of kitchen experience including food preparation, serving and customer service
At least 6 months experience in a supervisory or similar role
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders including school staff and parents
Physically able to lift up to 30 pounds frequently
Capacity to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
Basic math skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Background clearance including fingerprinting if required
Ability to respect and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds

Job Qualifications

Successful completion of all interviews, background investigations and fingerprint clearance requirements (as applicable) prior to employment
Submission of all employee-related documents and forms free of false, misleading and/or incomplete information prior to employment
Sensitivity and respect for people of various backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and socio-economic situations
A minimum of 2 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, serving and customer service
At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally with other Managers, Directors, Administrators, students, and parents
Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 30 pounds
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
Possess basic math skills
Must have basic knowledge and understanding of the following computer programs: Word, Excel, and Outlook
Prior school foodservice experience desired

Job Duties

Understand and comply completely with all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, directives, assignments, and training programs
Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to recipes, production records, and cooking and serving standards
Provide orientation of kitchen rules, policies, and procedures and oversee training of new kitchen employees
Fill in where needed to ensure customer service standards and efficient operations
Prepare and submit all required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules in an organized and timely manner
Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection
Report equipment that needs repair as per and district policies and procedures
Ensure that all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications and received in the correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with SFE and the district receiving policies and procedures
Control food cost and usage by following production records, product storage procedures, standard recipes, and waste control procedures
Oversee and ensure that policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis
Schedule labor as required by the Foodservice Director while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met
Be knowledgeable of and comply with policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair, and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures
Fully understand and comply with all applicable federal, state, county, and municipal laws, regulations, and rules including those that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements in regards to and district employees and customers and operations
Oversee the training of kitchen personnel in the safe operation of all kitchen equipment and utensils
Responsible for training kitchen personnel in cleanliness and sanitation practices
Responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment, and food storage areas
Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points, ensuring temperature logs are completed daily
Provide safety training in lifting and carrying objects and handling hazardous materials
Control cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with and the district policies and procedures
Ensure that the Company’s operations for which this position is responsible follow sound financial practices, comply with applicable legal requirements, and comport with established practices in all regards
Exercise sound judgment and discretion with respect to any matter not specifically addressed by the Company’s policies
Ultimate responsibility and accountability for all aspects of the activities and operations related to the site to which you are assigned and for the duties within the scope of this position’s responsibilities
Supervision and evaluation of subordinate employees
Submitting reports as directed and in compliance with deadlines
Other functions, duties and responsibilities as may be assigned or which are necessary or appropriate to the position

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