Middle School Production/Distribution Kitchen Manager

Sanford School Department, Business Administrator; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sanford School Department is seeking a Middle School Production/Distribution Kitchen Manager to oversee food services at Sanford Middle School. This role involves managing food production, supervising staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and coordinating with various programs. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in food service management and possess strong culinary skills.

Qualifications

• Prior successful managerial experience in food service.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and manage food portions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food production and staff scheduling for various programs.
• Supervise kitchen staff and assign daily duties.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation standards and conduct inspections.

Skills

Managerial experience in food service

Culinary skills

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation

Effective communication

Education

Current ServSafe Certification

Job description

The Middle School Production/Distribution Kitchen Manager reports to the Food Service Director and District Kitchen Manager and is responsible for coordinating food services at Sanford Middle School. The Middle School Production/Distribution Kitchen Manager is also responsible for preparing and accurately portioning bulk foods to be sent to Sanford Pride Elementary School.

Qualifications

• Prior successful managerial experience in food service
• Prior quantity food service experience
• Demonstrated culinary skills
• Ability to read and follow recipes, know standards weights and measurements, increase or decrease ingredients
• Demonstrated knowledge of food safety and sanitation
• Current ServSafe Certification
• Ability to delegate work to staff
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with students, staff and administration

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of food production and staff scheduling for National School Breakfast Program, National School Lunch Program, YMCA Pre-K Program, and catered food services
• Supervise kitchen staff
• Assign duties to staff daily and create an atmosphere conducive to employee productivity and satisfaction
• Compile and place orders for food and non-food items
• Complete monthly inventory utilizing Google Docs
• Coordinate with food service driver and production staff to insure meals are delivered on time in accurate quantities
• Request work orders as needed for equipment repair and facility maintenance
• Ensure the district’s policies regarding time worked and time sheet processing are observed
• Assist with hiring of kitchen staff
• Prepare and deliver effective and ongoing sanitation training that ensures staff compliance with sanitation standards
• Conduct daily inspections of all areas of the facility to insure compliance with established standards
• Supervise student meal service to insure the requirements for reimbursable meals are being met
• Plan and conduct staff meetings and training programs
• Provide ongoing training opportunities for staff to become proficient in their knowledge and understanding of the department’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Ensure production records and reports are maintained in accordance with state and federal requirements
• Proactively maintain equipment to ensure top performance and life
• Ensure production is never delayed due to incomplete preparation activities
• Ensure high quality and nutritive value of food through proper receiving and storage procedures