District Chef Manager (K-12 Foodservice) Job at OrganicLife, LLC: smart foodservice, Milwaukee, WI

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  • OrganicLife, LLC: smart foodservice
  • Milwaukee, WI

Job Description

OrganicLife is seeking an experienced K-12 District Chef Manager to join their team in Milwaukee, WI!

Summary of Position :

Responsible for planning, managing, monitoring, hiring, supervising and providing assistance in the provisioning, operation, and functions of a school district food service cafeteria(s) with food service workers serving breakfast and lunch under the National School Lunch Program.

Essential Tasks:

  • Plan, coordinate, assign, oversee, and participate as required in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food; prepare and maintain necessary records and files.
  • Menu & Culinary: Develop menus, create seasonal specials, and focus on nutritious, diverse food.
  • Provide full culinary management of the food service operation, including inventory, ordering, and receiving.
  • Identify problems and suggest changes in methods and procedures.
  • Open kitchen, set up equipment, and prepare cafeteria for service.
  • Hire and train food service employees in operational procedures.
  • Maintain accurate food service production records.
  • Ensure consistency in food preparation and service to students and school employees.
  • Prepare equipment for food preparation and monitor refrigeration equipment.
  • Order cafeteria supplies and prepare food orders.
  • Prepare foods as needed; maintain inventory and production records.
  • Set up monies for cash registers.
  • Count and balance cash received; prepare deposits and deposit monies in the bank.
  • Prepare work details for the next day; secure kitchen for the next day and when not in use.
  • Supervise cleaning and sanitizing of eating utensils, counters, and equipment.
  • Compile reports, bills, deposit slips, and cash register reports.
  • Receive, check, and sign for food delivered to school; prepare work schedules and maintain timesheets.
  • Prepare food production records and distribute them to schools to maintain accurate counts of meals prepared, served, and wasted.
  • Coordinate efforts with school staff, faculty, and support personnel, including district clients, delivery, maintenance, security, custodial, etc.
  • Attend meetings.
  • Perform related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Expertise in preparing, cooking, and serving food in large quantities.
  • Understanding of food quality and nutritional values.
  • Familiarity with USDA school food service Child Nutrition programs, including National School Lunch Program and National School Breakfast Program guidelines.
  • Knowledge of receiving and storing food in large quantities.
  • Skilled in kitchen sanitation and safety measures, including the operation, cleaning, and care of utensils, equipment, and work areas.
  • Experienced in supervising the work of others.
  • Capable of preparing accurate reports.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students, and school staff.
  • Maintains emotional control and works effectively in a fast-paced environment; communicates with customers and staff in a pleasant, courteous manner.
  • Highly organized, able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously, and consistently completes reports and documents accurately and on time.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
  • NSLP experience preferred.
  • Three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining, or restaurant settings with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control.
  • Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Some walking, moving, driving, carrying, bending, kneeling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand for long periods of time, and withstand heat.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Job Tags

Contract work, Seasonal work,

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