
Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $24.72 - $31.42
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Dental Insurance
employee discount
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Job Description
Douglas County School District is a respected educational institution committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for students and staff alike. Located in Parker, Colorado, this district is recognized for its commitment to educational excellence and community involvement. Douglas County School District offers a variety of programs focused on student achievement and development, supported by a dedicated staff that values professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As a trailblazer in education management, the district maintains a strong focus on providing comprehensive services, including nutrition and food service programs critical to student health and well-being. Working within this institution means being... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school or equivalent
- servsafe manager certification within 6 months of hire
- ability to stand and walk for 75% of the work day
- ability to lift items weighing up to 40 lbs
- effective oral and written communication skills
- ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders
- maintains a generally positive attitude
- strong organizational and time management skills
- ability to read and comprehend written, graphic and oral instructions in English
- ability to handle confidential employee issues with discretion
- leadership skills
- problem-solving abilities
- flexibility in learning new concepts and adapting to a variety of assignments and conditions
- ability to work in person at the specified location
Job Qualifications
- demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes
- effective oral and written communication skills
- maintains a generally positive attitude
- observes all district policies and procedures
- strong organizational and time management skills
- verbal and written communication skills in English
- demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written, graphic and oral instructions
- leadership skills
- ability to plan, organize, direct, coordinate and delegate responsibilities
- critical thinking skills for problem solving
- experience in training and developing staff
- knowledge of food safety standards including HACCP
Job Duties
- perform other related duties as assigned or requested
- maintain food costs to a profit and loss ratio to meet business requirements
- responsible for production management and daily production reports to ensure regulatory compliance, correct serving size, minimal waste, and theft control
- monitor sales lines for customer control
- record supervisor site visits
- recognize and ensure all staff can recognize a reimbursable meal
- train and develop kitchen staff
- create and develop new training
- revise existing material to enhance employee performance
- deliver safety and HACCP training to all kitchen personnel
- monitor safety and HACCP practices
- manage and train up to 6 kitchen assistants
- ensure growth opportunities and cross training for all employees
- stay current on all district and department communications including voicemail, email and newsletters
- share all information with kitchen staff in a timely manner
- maintain meals per labor hour to a profit and loss ratio to meet business requirements
- manage all aspects of franchises or outside vendors at site
- oversee the sanitation and cleaning of all kitchen facilities, equipment, and areas
- maintain the security of the unit
- follow safe and acceptable food preparation practices
- responsible for health inspections and site reviews of the kitchen
- approve and ensure accurate payroll for employees on a monthly basis
- approve employee time off and manage proper staffing at site
- work with manager and central office to ensure coverage of absences and turnover
- complete all USDA Mandatory Professional Standards training hours annually
- ensure all kitchen staff complete their annual professional standards training hours
- pursue opportunities to create positive relationships with the surrounding community including other nutrition services staff, school staff, students and parents
- maintain food inventory to a profit and loss ratio
- place all orders by deadlines given
- ensure inventory is accurate in the inventory system at all times
- maintain all kitchen financial records including deposits and forms and reports for the Colorado Department of Education
- ensure accurate collection, counting and recording of all cash collected at the site
- monitor compliance of all school food service regulatory agencies
- actively pursue upcoming regulatory changes and provide sustainable solutions
- responsible for the breakfast program if applicable
- handle employee issues with discretion and confidentiality
- follow district human resources policies
- have critical conversations with staff to manage performance
- demonstrate leadership skills
- plan, organize, direct, coordinate and delegate responsibilities to food service staff
- apply critical thinking skills to problem solve issues as they arise
- receive and respond to parent, staff, student complaints in a timely and professional manner
- inform supervisor of all issues that arise quickly
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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