Food Service Manager

HILL COUNTRY COMMUNITY ACTION ASSOCIATION, INC; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation leave

Sick leave

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hill Country Community Action Association, Inc. is seeking a Food Service Manager II to oversee meal preparation and kitchen operations.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, manage inventory, and handle data entry of meal services, with duties expanding in the Center Director's absence. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, strong teamwork and communication skills, and a valid Texas driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; experience in food handling preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with diverse populations.
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in accordance with regulations.
• Monitor temperatures for safe food handling and document results daily.
• Manage the Center Kitchen inventory and equipment; ensure sanitation.
• Submit weekly grocery orders and shop for groceries as needed.
• Oversee delivery, handling and storage of products and supplies.
• Assist with day-to-day Center operations in the absence of the Director.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Experience in food handling

Tools

Timekeeping software

Inventory management

Job description

Hill Country Community Action Association, Inc.

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Food Service Manager II FLSA STATUS: Non- Exempt

REPORTS TO: Multi-Service Senior Center Director EFFECTIVE DATE: __________________

HEADQUARTERS: ____________________

Position Summary

The Food Service Manager II is responsible for the timely preparation and serving of meals in accordance with Federal Nutrition Service Standards and the Texas Administrative Code and any other requirements. He/she is responsible for the management of the Center Kitchen to include inventory control, maintaining equipment in good repair and incorporating appropriate safety and sanitation procedures ensuring that daily routines are carried out in a manner that is prompt, hygienic, safe, and consistent with food service delivery standards. He/she will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Center in the absence of the Center Director to include data entry of meal services.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare meals in accordance with regulations.
• Ensure that proper and accurate portions of food items are served and document results daily.
• Monitor temperatures for safe food handling and document results daily.
• Ensure that all health and safety requirements are followed, and that work and storage areas are kept neat and clean.
• Assure that menus signed by a dietician are posted in the kitchen and Center; include any substitutions.
• Keep a proper and up-to-date inventory of all kitchen equipment and food products.
• Care for and clean utensils, pans and equipment; complete documentation of such weekly.
• Submit grocery orders to Central Office or contracted food supplier each week.
• Shop for groceries locally as needed.
• Oversee the delivery, handling, and storage of all products and supplies.
• Maintain proper storage and control of waste.
• Deliver Home Delivered Meals as needed.
• Assist with cleaning the Center facility as needed.Manage day-to-day Center operations, including data entry of meal services, in the absence of the Center Director.
• Enter personal time worked in the Automated Time Keeping system (Employee Web Services).
• Attend trainings as required.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or GED. Preferred: Experience in food handling and preparation and/or service delivery to the underprivileged or experience in HCCAA Programs.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to work as a team member; ability to communicate effectively, maintaining courtesy at all times; ability to be respectful of and work effectively with individuals from various ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, and cultural backgrounds. Be flexible and have well-developed interpersonal skills. Be able to maintain records and clearly understand written or verbal instruction. Ability to learn computer software as needed.

OTHER: Professional in manner and attire. No record of a conviction which would contraindicate employment; must have a valid Texas driver's license and a reliable vehicle with current vehicle liability insurance. Be non-judgmental Must comply with all HCCAA Policies and maintain confidentiality in all phases of agency operations. Have a current health card as required by public health laws.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment To Be Used

Kitchen equipment, computer, fax machine, 10-key calculator, copier, and telephone.

Typical Physical Demands

Requires standing, sitting, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds and some driving. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate kitchen equipment, standard office machines such as computers, fax machines, calculators, telephones, and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and vision.

Typical Mental Demands

Must be able to handle new and diverse work problems on a daily basis. Personal maturity is an important attribute. Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. Must relate and interact with other employees. Bilingual skills are encouraged.

Working Conditions

Rarely called upon to work outside of the normal 8-5 work day or work odd schedules. Occasional travel to staff meetings or workshops as required. All information associated with the Agency is confidential.

Employee Benefits

Accrual of sick and vacation leave, health insurance, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, 125 Cafeteria Plan, up to 15 paid holidays per year. Options for employee paid benefits.

Note: Eligibility for benefits is based on Personnel Policies & Procedures and benefits are subject to change.

FLSA STATUS DISCLAIMER

FLSA status is based in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Any changes in the act which will affect the FLSA status will be adhered to. When wages exceed the position entry level due to tenure, the Exempt/Non-exempt status will be designated accordingly.

Acknowledgement And Receipt

I have read the Food Service Manager II Job Description and acknowledge its receipt with my signature below. I feel that I am qualified and able to perform all duties as outlined. I also understand that any misrepresentation of facts regarding my qualifications is grounds for immediate termination. I understand that my job may not be limited to those listed as their exact nature may vary as program, project elements, and priorities change in the future. I understand that this job description may be updated as needed.

_________________________________________ ________________________________

Employee Signature Date

As supervisor of the Food Service Manager II position, I have received a copy of this job description and acknowledge its receipt with my signature below.

_________________________________________ ________________________________

Supervisor Signature Date

Background & Criminal History Authorization

By submitting this application, I authorize [Company Name] to conduct a background investigation, which may include a criminal history check, in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). I understand that a criminal record does not automatically disqualify me from consideration. Each applicant is evaluated individually based on the nature of the offense, time elapsed, and relevance to the position.