Job Title: Regional Cafeteria Manager General Responsibilities:
Planning, managing, monitoring, supervising, and assisting in the provision, operation, and functions of 8 food service facilities (cafeteria) serving lunch with a staff.
Essential Tasks:
Planning, coordinating, assigning, overseeing, and participating in food preparation, cooking, and serving.
Preparing and maintaining necessary records and files.
Identifying problems and suggesting improvements to methods and procedures.
Opening the kitchen, setting up equipment, and preparing the cafeteria for serving.
Training personnel in operational procedures.
Maintaining accurate food service records.
Ensuring consistency in food preparation and service for students and school employees.
Preparing equipment for food preparation and monitoring refrigeration equipment.
Ordering cafeteria supplies and preparing food orders.
Preparing foods as needed and maintaining inventory and production records.
Counting and balancing cash received and preparing bank deposits.
Preparing work details for the next day and securing the kitchen when not in use.
Supervising the cleaning and sanitizing of eating utensils, counters, and equipment. ● Compiling reports, bills, deposit slips, and other reports.
Receiving, checking, and signing for food deliveries, preparing work schedules, and keeping time sheets.
Preparing food production reports and roster sheets.
Coordinating efforts with school staff, faculty, and support personnel (delivery, maintenance, security, custodial).
Attending meetings.
Performing related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
General knowledge of preparing, cooking, and serving food in large quantities.
General knowledge of food quality and values.
Some knowledge of special dietary requirements.
General knowledge of receiving and storing food in large quantities.
General knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety measures in food handling and equipment operation, cleaning, and care.
Ability to supervise the work of others.
Ability to prepare reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students, and school staff.
Ability to maintain emotional control.
Ability to work with others in a close, fast-paced environment.
Ability to address customers and staff in a pleasant and courteous manner.
Must be organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously. ● Ability to correctly complete reports and documents in a timely manner.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED required.
Valid sanitation certification issued by the local health department required (Allegheny County Health Department Food Safety Certification mentioned in the additional note).
Successful completion of a manager training class and successful performance as an on-the-job manager during training.
Considerable experience in school food services or other food service.
A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Computer savviness and willingness to be trained in CN PEARS (Child Nutrition Program Electronic Application and Reimbursement System) and COMPASS Direct
Certification.
Experience with food ordering, preparation, and menu design.
Physical Requirements:
Some walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to withstand heat.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Required Clearances:
Diocesan Data Base - online
PA State Child Abuse History Clearance
PA State Criminal Clearance
Protecting God's Children Workshop - scheduled throughout the Diocese and available online
Federal Criminal History Fingerprint Record Check
Mandated Reporter Training
Additional Note: This detailed description provides a comprehensive overview of what the Cafeteria Manager position entails. Applicants respond to Erin Rice and Sharon Loughran Brown.