Assistant Manager: School Nutrition (6.50 Hours) - Severn River Middle

Severn River Middle; Arnold (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools is seeking a Manager Assistant in School Nutrition to support the program at a middle school. The role includes assisting the School Nutrition Manager with day-to-day operations, inventory, and staff supervision to ensure safe, nutritious meals.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least two years of food service experience, with strong knowledge of sanitation, HACCP, and customer service.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years food services experience required.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains optimum standards of food quality using standardized recipes and procedures.
• Participates in preparation, cooking and serving of food.
• Maintains correct food temperatures and monitors quality/quantity.
• Inspects food, supplies and equipment deliveries for quantity and specs.
• Assists with inventories of food, supplies and equipment.
• Maintains sanitation and safety practices; ensures compliance with standards.

Skills

Food service experience

Sanitation knowledge

Kitchen safety

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Title Code:

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
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• 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.
• 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 participates 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.
• 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
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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 time
• Talking: 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
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• 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
Lifting and carrying requirements

• 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 INFORMATION

Approved Date: 2/1/2023 Established Date: 1/1/2015 Title Code: E42399 Title: MANAGER ASSISTANT: SCHOOL NUTRITION Reports to Generic: Senior Specialist;Principal Reports to Specific: PRINCIPAL

ORGANIZATION

Division: Operations Business Unit: Food & Nutrition Department: Negotiated Agreement: American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: III

Days Worked: 187

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Grade: AG06

Months Worked: 10

Hours Worked: 6;6.5;7

Job Family: Food and Nutrition Services (FNS)

Sub-Function: Manager FNS

Position Type: 0.93 FTE

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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