Food & Nutrition Services Supervisor

Friendship Public Charter School; Street; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks a dedicated Food Service Manager to oversee kitchen operations and ensure high standards of food safety and quality. This role involves preparing a diverse range of meals for a large student body, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining efficient food service operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food production, sanitation practices, and effective communication skills. Join a mission-driven organization committed to providing a world-class education and fostering community engagement among students. If you are passionate about food service and education, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in food service management required.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen operations and ensure food safety standards.
• Prepare and cook a variety of food in large quantities.
• Manage inventory and order supplies as needed.

Skills

Food Production Knowledge

Sanitation and Safety Practices

Communication Skills

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe Manager Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

Friendship Public Charter School operates a thriving network of college preparatory public charter schools. Headquartered in Washington, DC, Friendship serves over 4,800 students in preschool to grade 12 and guides a growing network of alumni to college completion annually. Our mission is to prepare students to become ethical, literate, well-rounded, and self-sufficient citizens by providing a world-class education that motivates students to reach high academic standards, to enjoy learning, to achieve success, and to contribute actively to their communities. For 25 years, with the support and guidance of our exceptional faculty, our students have risen to the challenge with high graduation rates, college acceptances, and unparalleled success academically and socially.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of quantity food production, standard sanitation and safety practices and procedures related to the preparation, serving, and transporting of food.
• Utilizing and supervising the use of commercial food service equipment.
• Use the computer to communicate with sites, access information, and place orders.
• Estimate quantities needed and order correct amounts for economical food service.
• Assist in requisitioning, receiving, and storing foods and supplies.
• Prepare, cook, and bake a wide variety of food in large quantities.
• Lift moderately heavy items and stand for sustained periods of time.
• Supervise the operation of the kitchen.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain proper care of equipment and ensure the sanitation of the kitchen.
• Assist in inventory and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in managing.
• Computer experience (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word).
• Two years of experience in the preparation and serving of large quantities of food.
• High school diploma or GED.
• ServSafe Manager Certification.

FPCS’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Employment decisions at FPCS are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual’s capabilities, qualifications, training, experience, and suitability.