Food Service Manager

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Statement of the Job

Under the supervision of the Early Childhood Director and Center Manager, perform duties to ensure compliance in nutrition and food service areas, maintain a clean facility and playground, and assist as a teacher aide in classrooms when needed.

Essential Functions

• Maintain professionalism with staff, parents, volunteers, and children.
• Prepare all meals daily, including infant food and formula, and clean dishes and utensils.
• Follow USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program requirements.
• Make menu substitutions for allergies with the help of the Nutrition Coordinator or Consultant.
• Keep the kitchen organized and sanitary, with proper food storage.
• Complete accurate nutrition reports (menu production, temperature logs, participation).
• Maintain inventory records, including food received, use dates, and utensil counts.
• Order food through designated vendors and submit requisitions for approval.
• Transport food to designated sites if applicable.
• Obtain and maintain ServSafe Certification.
• Wear non-skid footwear and cut-resistant gloves when working in the kitchen.
• Assist in documenting In-Kind contributions for activities.
• Manage data related to nutrition and food service.
• Ensure integrity in nutrition and food service activities.
• Collaborate effectively with classroom and center staff.

Requirements Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience in food service.
• Physical ability to lift food containers and clean the kitchen.
• Pass tuberculosis screening annually and health examination within three months of employment.
• Valid driver's license, transportation with liability insurance, and willingness to travel for agency activities.
• Ability to travel out of area overnight for training.
• Bilingual (E/S) is a plus for communication with families.
• Good hearing and oral communication skills.
• Visual abilities including close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Skill Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and perform math calculations.
• Support the concepts of the Head Start Program.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to make decisions independently.

Qualification requirements are necessary to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations can be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break