School Nutrition Assistant Manager
Site: School Level
Reports To: School Nutrition Manager
Supervisory Responsibilities: School Nutrition Cashiers, School Nutrition Kitchen Assistants and School Nutrition Cafeteria Custodians (where applicable)
Salary: School Nutrition Assistant Manager Scale
Work Days: Monday-Friday, in accordance to school calendar
Work Hours: 7.5 hours per day; start and end times vary according to school location
Schedule is
Monday- Friday 6:30am - 2:30 pm
The School Nutrition Assistant Manager supports the daily operation of the school cafeteria by assisting the manager in planning, organizing, supervising, and participating in food service activities. This position ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to school nutrition, food safety, and sanitation, while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and customer service. The assistant manager serves in a leadership role and assumes full responsibility in the manager’s absence.
· Education Level: High school diploma or GED required.
· Certification/Experience:
· School Nutrition experience preferred, minimum one (1) year food service experience or equivalent
· Valid driver’s license, clean Motor Vehicle Record
· Clear state and federal background check.
· Possess ServSafe Certification or be able to obtain within one (1) year of employment; renewal required every five (5) years.
· Completion of GaDOE Orientation for Nutrition Employees (O.N.E.) or be able to complete within one (1) of employment.
· Completion of GaDOE Manager and Culinary Pathways or within three (3) years and maintain 30 hours of training every other year.
· Proficiency Skills: Written and oral communication skills, planning, organization, management, math and money handling, ability to multitask, computer competence, office machines, commercial kitchen equipment (preventative maintenance, operation, cleaning and care).
· Personal Skills: Pleasant personality, clean and well groomed, in good health, physical skills and stamina to perform essential duties for long periods of time, able to stand and move without sitting for long periods of time, ability to lift 50 lbs., able to work in high heat and extreme cold on a regular basis, able to lift, bend, twist, reach and squat and perform strenuous activities, such as sweeping/mopping floors, washing dishes, lifting/moving heavy boxes, etc. on a regular basis.
· Maintains a pattern of prompt and regular attendance. Notifies supervisor in a timely manner when absent.
· Maintains a professional, clean and well-groomed appearance as appropriate for job responsibilities; wears appropriate uniform and shoes.
· Demonstrates appropriate verbal, written and telephone communication skills.
· Adheres to chain of command.
· Acts in a professional manner and maintains a professional attitude towards the public and colleagues.
· Adheres to cultural diversity guidelines.
· Assist the manager in supervising and delegating duties to cafeteria staff.
· Effectively trains, motivates, and supervises staff.
· Maintains open and professional communication with staff regarding expectations.
· Oversee daily food production, service, cleanliness, and food safety compliance.
· Accurately calculates food quantities to minimize student wait times and ensure effective inventory management.
· Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes ensuring food quality, appeal, and nutrition.
· Exhibits proper knowledge of food preparation, storage, sanitation and safety in a large-scale setting.
· Assist with inventory management: ordering, receiving, storing, and tracking food and supplies.
· Operate and oversee point-of-sale (POS) systems; perform daily deposits and reconcile meal counts.
· Utilizes computer systems to maintain accurate records and reports such as production, inventory, deposits, temperature logs, and time sheets.
· Support staff training in food safety, kitchen operations, and equipment use.
· Ensure cleanliness and proper maintenance of kitchen equipment and facilities.
· Serve as cashier or backup as needed; monitor and maintain orderly dining and serving areas.
· Respond to customer complaints or issues in a tactful, professional manner.
· Secure kitchen equipment and food items at the end of each day.
· Comply with all federal, state, and district regulations, safety procedures, and board policies.
· Participates in workshops and staff development activities and applies what is learned to the job; accepts new challenges without complaints.
· Participates in the marketing of the School Nutrition program.
· Obtains required yearly training hours to maintain certification.
· Confers with cafeteria manager and/or director regarding personnel/production problems and faulty/inferior food.
· Works cooperatively with principal and school staff.
· Demonstrates excellent customer service.
· Demonstrates loyalty to the school system and administration.
· Performs other duties as requested by the cafeteria manager or School Nutrition Director.
ADVANTAGES OF BEING AN ESS SCHOOL NUTRITION EMPLOYEE
· No nights, weekends, or holidays!
· Meals provided during work day at no charge (single serving of what is being served for that day) to be eaten onsite.
· Health Benefits – Receive a variety of insurance options including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, critical illness, and accident.
· Weekly Pay and 401(k) – Gain fast access to your hard-earned wages and take advantage of the retirement through our tax-advantaged 401(k) plan.
· Training – Participate in our interactive training course and accessible online modules ensure you are well-prepared.
· Employee Programs – Enjoy our monthly raffles, Employee of the Month program, referral program, and employee discount program.
· Attendance Bonus paid in the summer to cover time off from work during June and July.
ESS in an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: 1.mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 2.fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442 3.email: program.intake@usda.gov
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