Assistant Manager: School Nutrition (6.5 Hours) - Northeast Middle

Northeast Middle; Pasadena (MD); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Part time

Job summary

Northeast Middle, part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools in Pasadena, Maryland, seeks a School Nutrition Assistant Manager (6.5 hours). The role involves assisting the School Nutrition Manager, supervising staff, and helping with inventory and food preparation.

Candidates need a high school diploma and at least two years in food services, with ServSafe certification preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, including emergencies and overtime, is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Two years of food services experience required.
• Ability to follow USDA guidelines and AACPS policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and preparing meals and serving food.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and quality from prep to service.
• Perform inventory tasks and support Manager as needed.
• Ensure sanitation and safety practices are followed.

Skills

Food service excellence

Written and verbal communication

Leadership / lead worker

Ability to work flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Video/Web Conferencing

PowerPoint

Job description

Assistant Manager: School Nutrition (6.5 Hours) - Northeast Middle

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

School Nutrition Assistant Mangers are assigned to those schools which qualify for a School Nutrition Manager (Level 4) or above. Provides instruction and work assignments for School Nutrition Associates. Participates in the preparation, cooking and serving of food and the cleaning of equipment, and facilities. Assists School Nutrition Manager with inventory and works as the back up to the manager as needed.

Additional Work Days/Hours

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Emergencies
• Extended hours
• Outside of normal business hours
• Overtime as needed

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains optimum standards of food quality through effective use of standardized recipes and cooking procedures. Follows all standardized recipes and standard operating procedures for portion sizes and use of leftovers.
• Assists in planning food preparation schedules.
• Participates in the preparation, cooking and serving of food.
• Maintains correct temperature of foods. Assures quality and quantity of products, monitoring temperature controls of all food items.
• Inspects food, supplies and equipment deliveries for quantity and compliance with specifications.
• Assists with inventories of food, supplies, and equipment as directed.
• Manages and participants in approved cleaning and safety practices to ensure that sanitary and safe conditions are maintained.
• Maintains food quality standards (temperature, appearance and taste) from point of preparation through point of service.
• Prepares and forwards records as required to the Manager.
• Attends In-Service meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.

Experience

• Two (2) years food services experience required.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the applicant to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Ability to adhere to all U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines established for the Child Nutrition Program, and AACPS policies and procedures and division memoranda.
• Ability to adhere to sanitation standards as outlined in COMAR.
• Ability to perform any and all of the listed duties individually or independently which may vary based upon work location/assignment and available staffing.
• Ability to maintain harmonious relations with students, school staff, vendors and volunteers.
• Demonstrated considerable knowledge of quantity food preparation; sanitation and safety regulation; methods and procedures of school restaurant operation.
• Skill in the care, maintenance, sanitation and operation of equipment.
• Ability to complete all job responsibilities despite frequent interruptions and without close supervision.
• Ability to accept changes in responsibility and incorporate new goals in the restaurant operation.
• Possess good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Ability to delegate and to motivate personnel.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
• Satisfactory score on any test required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Upon hire, ServSafe Manager Certificate issued by National Restaurant Association required.
• Upon hire, Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Personal Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• Lead Worker

• This position acts a lead worker to the Worker: Food Service I position.

People Lead

• This position acts as the lead for 1 to 5 direct staff.

Lead Worker Duties/Responsibilities

• Train employees
• Direct the work of employees
• Maintain production/sales records
• Plan the work
• Instruct employees in specific techniques and technical methods to use
• Perform same type of work as employees the Lead Worker is assigned to lead

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

One of the five categories for job hazard analysis is Physical Demands.

Physical Demands

• Standing: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Walking: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Using hands to handle or feel: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Pinching (fine motor skills): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Wrist deviation: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Pushing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Pulling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Reaching (with hands and/or arms): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Climbing (Ascend/Descend): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Balancing: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Stooping: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Kneeling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Crouching: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Bending: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Twisting: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Squatting: under 1/3 percent of the timeTalking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Tasting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Smelling: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Repetitive Motions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Driving: under 1/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Temperature Change: over 2/3 percent of the time

Exposure

• Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Risk of electrical shock: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Loud: over 2/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force

• Up to 35 pounds: over 2/3 percent of the time

Travel Requirements

• N/A

Employee Safety Statements

• The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
• Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.
• The employee is responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within an AACPS building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees and students.

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Equal Opportunity Employer

Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.For more information, contact:Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsDivision of Human Resources, 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.410-222-5061 TDD 410-222-5000 or Email Recruitment

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2644 Riva Road
• Annapolis, Maryland 21401
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• Email: [e-mail]