Child Nutrition - Catering Manager/Sous Chef

Primary Purpose

Effect the efficient operation of food service routines and practices associated with a busy food service operation. Provide to all customers attractive refreshments and catered meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and warmth.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED
• Valid drivers license and a good driving record
• ServSafe Manager Certification or recognized equivalent- or ability to obtain within timeframe
• City of Amarillo Food Manager Certification- or ability to obtain within timeframe

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and appliances used in food preparation
• Knowledge of food handler safety
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new applications
• Basic math skills and be able to correctly measure recipe ingredients
• Ability to effectively manage time
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with school personnel, students, parents and community groups
• Work as a team member and independently

Work Conditions

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard equipment of a school cafeteria kitchen such as but not limited to commercial food mixers, slicers, ranges, ovens, other gas, steam and electrical food preparation equipment, food preparation and service utensils., computer/keyboard, ten key
• Posture: Sitting, kneeling, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; prolonged standing and walking
• Motion: Full range of motion- frequent exertion of medium force, occasional of heavy force; repetitive motions
• Lifting: Occasional exertion of a heavy force of up to 50 pounds and/or frequent exertion of a medium force of 21 to 40 pounds
• Environment: Ability to respond to tasks and/or behaviors quickly; exposure to cold up to 15 minutes; exposure to heat long periods of time; high volume of noise; exposure to chemical fumes and cooking odors and vapors; in district travel required
• Mental: Maintain professional demeanor under stress; respond to tasks quickly; work initiative; responds effectively to frequent changes in task

Hours

As assigned. Occasional evenings and weekends.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Aid in managing all catered events.
• Work with Catering Chef to prepare and serve meals and refreshments according to Child Nutrition Department guidelines.
• Operate a computer system using MS Windows, MS Word, Excel, email, and other applications as required.
• Train and schedule catering staff as needed.
• Work with customers to arrange and follow through on all catering details and to ensure all special requests are met.
• Direct setup and teardown for events.
• Report to the Catering Chef and/or Director any faulty or inferior-quality product.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the designated work area.
• Order appropriate quantities of food and supplies and assure proper storage and authorized use of same.
• Take periodic inventories of food and supplies.
• Follow approved housekeeping and safety practices to ensure that sanitary and safe conditions are maintained in the kitchen area, food serving areas, storage areas and in dining areas.
• Determine the effect of ambient conditions (temperature, humidity, etc.) on final food product and adjust preparation accordingly.
• Utilize cost control procedures to avoid unwarranted food service operating costs and to stay within budgeted funds.
• Implement security measures to prevent vandalism and theft.
• Make or assist in making bank deposits of monies received.
• Provide food service for approved special events as requested.
• It will occasionally require time in addition to the regular working hours, for which reimbursement will be received.
• Assist in disseminating information concerning school food service programs to community groups, parents, students and district personnel.
• Carry out meal production planning and scheduling, modern methods of quantity food preparation and food merchandising.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, appearance, and grooming; and cleanliness in work habits.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers, subordinates, and supervisors.
• Show a positive attitude, interest, and enthusiasm in the position and provide excellent customer service.
• Attend professional development, training and certification as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accept such other responsibilities as may be assigned.