Southwest Academy - Lead Production Worker

About the Role

Prepares a variety of menu items using standardized recipes and is responsible for the daily production of entrees, sauces, gravies, and vegetables.

Responsibilities

• Daily production of entrees, sauces, gravies, and vegetables.
• Coordinates preparing multiple food items at once.
• Prepares menu items using standardized recipes with the ability to increase or decrease quantities as needed.
• Follows batch cooking techniques.
• Sets up serving lines and steam tables.
• Operates food service equipment, including range, oven, steamer, kettle, food processor, and slicer.
• Stores food and supplies according to procedures.
• Adheres to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) procedures, including temperature control of food products during preparation, service, holding, and transporting.
• Uses established production records to minimize leftovers and reduce waste.
• Cleans and sanitizes daily, adhering to all sanitation standards for the production area.
• Ensures overall food quality of products served.
• Assists manager in directing and instructing kitchen personnel.
• Assists in placing food orders, including dairy, bakery, produce, ice cream, and snacks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year of experience in food service; commercial cooking experience preferred.
• BCPS food service experience preferred.
• Certified Food Service Manager-Level I certification (must be obtained within 90 days of hire if not already possessed).
• Basic knowledge of School Nutrition and Accountability Program point-of-sale systems.
• Knowledge of food preparation, service, and storage.
• Knowledge of appropriate sanitation and safety standards.
• Skill in reading and interpreting recipes and determining appropriate quantities to prepare and serve.
• Ability to use food service equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to direct the work of others.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this class is performed in a kitchen and cafeteria environment. Duties require:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend and kneel on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand for three (3) hours or more consecutively.
• Ability to withstand extreme temperatures of hot and cold.

Pay

$16.42 - $24.72 per hour. This position may also be eligible for shift differential and longevity as per the AFSCME Master Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding.

Schedule

7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 6.5 hours per day (0.8125 FTE).

Benefits

BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and disability coverage.
• 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.
• Paid sick leave, holidays, personal business days, and bereavement leave.
• Flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board-approved leaves.
• Eligibility for the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System.

All new hires will attend a benefits and retirement orientation upon hire.