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Uplift Education

Kitchen Manager: Uplift Hampton Preparatory 25-26 SY

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $43,888.00 - $1.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
meal discounts
Paid training

Job Description

Uplift Education is a renowned public charter school operator that is committed to creating and sustaining public schools of excellence. With a mission to empower each student to achieve their highest potential in college and the global marketplace, Uplift Education focuses on inspiring in students a lifelong love of learning, achievement, and service to positively change the world. Uplift Hampton Preparatory, located in the 75232 area, is one of the campuses under this esteemed organization, dedicated to providing a nurturing and excellent learning environment for its students.

The role available at Uplift Hampton Preparatory is that of a Kitchen Manage... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • minimum 2 years experience in food service with at least 1 year supervisory experience
  • current or ability to obtain SERV safe Kitchen Manager's Certification within 30 days
  • valid driver's license
  • ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds
  • ability to stand and walk for entire shift
  • ability to reach, balance, stoop, kneel, twist, and bend frequently
  • ability to communicate effectively in English
  • ability to operate kitchen equipment and tools
  • criminal records check as required
  • eligibility to work in the United States and provide work authorization

Job Qualifications

  • High School diploma or general education diploma (GED)
  • 2 plus years experience in school food service or any food service including cooking, production, inventory with 1 plus in supervisory role
  • current SERV safe Kitchen Manager's Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
  • ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions
  • knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
  • capable of operating small and large kitchen equipment and tools
  • valid driver's license
  • ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, students, and parents
  • ability to motivate, delegate, and lead a team to accomplish goals
  • ability to read, analyze, and apply understand and to carry out instructions in written or oral English
  • proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
  • ability to use POS systems and basic office equipment
  • ability to perform basic arithmetic and finance understanding

Job Duties

  • Oversee day-to-day operations within the kitchen adhering to Child Nutrition program guidelines
  • supervise, manage, and cross train kitchen staff
  • produce work schedules and manage employee absences
  • use the staff development cycle to provide formal, timely and appropriate feedback on individual work performance and growth opportunities
  • ensure storage of all food and supplies in the kitchen
  • ensure adherence to State Safety and Sanitation guidelines
  • monitor working condition of appropriate kitchen equipment
  • report work-related injuries to Risk Management in a timely manner
  • document required monthly safety training with the kitchen staff
  • ensure that staff adhere to all standardized recipes on a continual basis
  • ensure high standard of food quality through continual monitoring of staff during production and service
  • ensure all methods of counting and claiming are compliant and accurate
  • create a welcoming and friendly environment in cafeteria, kitchen and at each point of service
  • follow best practices for presenting menus and promoting participation
  • manage production, order, and inventory
  • responsible for data entry of planned production and the actual amount served in Titan Menu Daily
  • report recipe/menu errors to Director of Menus
  • plan food production in system based on completed production records
  • monitor portion control to ensure compliance with USDA/TDA meal patterns
  • monitor level of inventory needed for production for central and vended kitchen, adhering to inventory management process
  • monitor weekly and physical inventory and maintain perpetual inventory
  • monitor inventory records in Titan Perpetual Inventory System
  • accountable for placing accurate order for production
  • responsible for gas credit card reconciliations documentation submit in a timely manner to appropriate CMO personnel where applicable
  • monitor food production and waste
  • perform end of day reconciliation with each cashier including daily cash drawer reconciliation and daily a la carte sales and inventory reconciliation
  • adhere to standard accounting operating processes for cash handling
  • oversee student/staff lunch account balances
  • work with Operations Directors to coordinate meals for field trips and testing
  • attend required trainings
  • assist with other kitchen tasks as needed including delivering and transporting to secondary serving locations, cooking, cleaning, and servings
  • establish and maintain positive relationships and continual open communication with all Uplift staff and parents
  • perform other duties as assigned by FOM/Director

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location