Child Nutrition Manager - High School - Clear Creek Independent School Food

Primary Purpose 

Be responsible for the supervision, training, and management of food service operation on the high school campus, ensuring that appropriate quantities of food are available, prepared, and served at scheduled times, while adhering to health codes promulgated by city and state agencies. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.

Qualifications                

Education/Certification/Licensure               

High school diploma or GED               

Valid food manager’s certification permit or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment                

Texas State Food Service Association certification preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills               

Effective communication and interpersonal skills               

Effective planning and organizational skills               

Proficient in multi-tasking               

Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and appliances used in food preparation               

Knowledgeable in operating efficient, cost effective program               

Ability to read and speak English               

Ability to direct and manage personnel               

Competent skills in basic bookkeeping and mathematics

Experience

Minimum of 3 years successful experience in institutional food service operations or completed Food Service Manager’s course

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Maintain a valid food manager’s certificate.
2. Produce and maintain work schedules and production records.
3. Direct daily activities in the kitchen and cafeteria.
4. Maintain food production that ensures the safety and quality of food according to policies, procedures, and department requirements.
5. Provide to customers multiple lines of service following all standards of service.
6. Maintain a safe and hazard-free working environment.
7. Maintain all serving schedules; ensure that all food items are served per menu specifications in a safe and appropriate manner according to departmental policies and procedures.
8. Ensure that food items are stored in a safe and appropriate manner according to departmental policies and procedures.
9. Maintain a sanitary cafeteria following health and safety codes and regulations.
10. Maintain accurate records for daily and monthly financial and activity reports.
11. Be responsible for cash accumulated from multiple cash registers.
12. Supervise and evaluate food service employees at the campus, promoting employee growth, efficiency, morale, and teamwork.
13. Train/mentor new managers, assistant managers, and food service workers.
14. Maintain logs on all maintenance required on equipment.
15. Perform preventative maintenance checklist.
16. Justify replacement of existing equipment to meet needs of facility.
17. Complete sanitation course before or during first year as a manager.
18. Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
19. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
20. Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
21. Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
22. Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
23. Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
24. Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
25. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
26. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
27. Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
28. Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
29. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
30. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
31. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.                                                                           

Working Conditions                

Mental Demands

Effective communication; concentration while performing duties; ability to maintain emotional control under stress; ability to work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Daily standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping; frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; repetitive hand motions; limited exposure to extreme hot and/or cold temperatures

Terms: 183 days

Pay Grade: CN 4