Assistant Manager of Food Service

• Title: Food and Nutrition Services Assistant Manager
• Position Type: Cafeteria/Food Service/ Cafeteria/Food Service
• Location: District 211
• Date Available: 12/26

Qualifications

• 2. Knowledge of food purchasing, sanitation procedures, and equipment operation
• 3. Experience in school food service management
• 4. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and Google Workspace
• 5. Proficiency with Point of Sale (POS) systems
• 6. Strong leadership, interpersonal, management, and customer service skills
• 7. Ability to bend, stoop, turn, squat, and lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds

Reports To

Food and Nutrition Services Manager and Director of Food and Nutrition Services

Supervises

Food Service Department staff as assigned

Position Summary

The Food and Nutrition Services Assistant Manager works with the Manager as a team to manage daily functions of the cafeteria and ensure the organized, efficient operation of the food service programs in their assigned building.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Assists the Food and Nutrition Services Manager with the daily operation of the school's food service program.
• 2. Provides leadership and supervision to food service staff to support efficient operations, quality service, and a positive work environment.
• 3. Assists with maintaining established standards for food quality, nutrition, sanitation, safety, financial accountability, and customer service are maintained.
• 4. Supports the goals of the Food and Nutrition Services Department and communicates operational needs and concerns to the Food Service Manager.

Job Duties

• A. Assists the Food and Nutrition Services Manager in supervising the daily activities of the cafeteria and kitchen.
• B. Assists with training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating food service employees, and supports the disciplinary process when needed.
• C. Assists with ordering food and supplies and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• D. Monitors daily food production and service to help ensure quality, proper portioning, and compliance with established procedures.
• E. Maintains safe and sanitary conditions by following and monitoring established Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points policies and procedures.
• F. Assists with maintaining accurate records of sales, bank deposits, meal counts, and other required reports.
• G. Assists with preparing and submitting food service payroll documentation.
• H. Promotes student and staff participation in the food service program and supports a positive customer service environment.
• I. Assists with overseeing vending operations, as assigned
• J.

Maintains operational practices and records in compliance with all State, Federal, and District guidelines and policies as directed by the Food and Nutrition Services Manager and Director of Food and Nutrition Services.

• K. Assumes responsibility for daily food service operations in the absence of the Food and Nutrition Services Manager.
• Other Responsibilities
• A. Assists with the development of department procedures and makes recommendations regarding District policies and negotiated agreements.
• B. Implements the District's evaluation and employee investigation/discipline procedures and policies for all designated staff.
• C. Builds relationships with all staff members, promotes a team-oriented environment, and maintains high standards of accountability.
• D. Develops and maintains successful, cooperative relationships union leadership and the general public.
• E. Participates in professional growth opportunities (e. g., attends regional, state, and national professional conferences, reads professional publications, etc.).
• F. Travels between District campuses and other sites as needed.
• G.

Models the attributes of an effective District leader, including demonstrating ethical actions, positive demeanor, collaborative working relationships, and a connection to community agencies that support schools.

• H. Maintains confidentiality and exercises sound professional judgment in all aspects of work.
• I. Performs all other duties necessary to the position and such other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment: Evaluation

Compensation, benefits, and contract terms as established by the Board of Education

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated by the Director of Food & Nutrition Services or designee in accordance with the District's evaluation procedures

Pension System

• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
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