Food Service Manager

Overview

Food Service Managers oversee the day-to-day operations of the formal food service programs, which include but are not limited to sales profitability, expense control, waste control, inventory, labor control, and customer service. They are energetic leaders who believe it only takes a moment to make your day better.

MFA Petroleum Company is an Equal Opportunity/Drug-Free Employer.

Responsibilities

As a Break Time Food Service Manager, a typical day might include the following:

• Working with customers-consistently and courteously greet and thank each customer and provide fast and friendly customer service; handle complaints quickly and courteously; conduct accurate and efficient transactions
• Merchandising and sales-promote sales through the use of suggestive selling
• Food preparation -follow guidelines, recipes, and job aides for proper preparation and execution of all food service programs; monitor the consistent and timely inspection of products for correct time and temperatures, cleanliness, rotation, portioning, and pricing; maintain appropriate food service inventory levels; develop and maintain duty checklists to address the food service needs for each shift; order authorized products from approved sources; ensure products are properly received, rotated, and stored
• Maintaining a clean environment-ensure equipment, dishes, and food service areas are properly cleaned and maintained; follow and enforce standards for quality, service, cleanliness, food safety, proper product display, and storage; always clean the store when time allows
• Supervising - manage the operations of food service programs including profitability and expense control; supervise and train employees on prep and execution of food service programs; maintain weekly labor schedules to properly execute food service programs and stay within the allocated labor budget; ensure all employees obtain adequate food safety training (Food Handler's card or equivalent)
• Communication -maintain timely and professional communication with customers, vendors, other employees, and management as it relates to all aspects of the store operations
• Working closely with management-recommend employee actions, i.e. counseling, performance review, or terminations to the Store Manager; successfully complete company training programs; help train new employees on company policies and procedures
• Teamwork- assist with recruiting, training, coaching, and developing a successful team of associates that strive to meet customers' needs; exhibit professionalism in appearance, conduct and judgement-always setting the appropriate example; create a positive and fun work culture and promote teamwork every day to drive performance; work as a team to adhere to all local, state and federal regulations concerning all facets of job responsibilities and duties, and store operations
• Working with technology - learn and utilize the store's technology; perform mathematical calculations to make change, complete shift reports, and count product; ensure proper use of sales, waste, and build-to-sheets and maintain electronic records for all food service programs
• Other duties as assigned
  

Job Requirements

This job might be for you if you meet the following requirements:

• Prior food service experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Flexible availability which may include all shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Works well individually and in leading a team
• Willingness to attend adequate food safety training and obtain a Food Handler's Card or equivalent certifications
• ServeSafe certified or able to complete course and pass test
• Physical ability to move and position products in the cooler with temperatures as low as 30 degrees for up to one hour, and to move and position products in the freezer with temperatures as low as 0 degrees
• Physical ability to both move and position yourself to move and retrieve products and supplies from shelves, under counters, or stacks of inventory weighing up to 50 pounds, and to remain in a stationary position (standing and/or driving) for up to nine hours per shift
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations in order to make change, complete shift reports, and account for numbers of products during vendor check in
• Ability to learn new concepts, use technical materials, and consistently operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Willingness to occasionally ascend and descend ladders to handle inventory or products
• Ability to perform these duties and others as assigned, with accuracy, and minimal supervision
  

All items shown above are requirements for the position. In addition, Break Time employees must be 18 years of age with legal authorization to work in the United States. All Break Time employees are expected to adhere to policies, procedures, and expectations by following company checklists, following posted work schedule and proper time recording procedures, and assisting in training others. Break Time employees must meet all company requirements, including successful pre-employment drug screening and criminal background checks, ability to exchange accurate information with Break Time customers in English, and ability to visually observe and inspect items and work environment for regular job responsibilities and safety concerns.

ABOUT MFA PETROLEUM COMPANY

MFA Petroleum is a subsidiary of MFA Oil Company, a farmer-owned cooperative founded in 1929. MFA Petroleum operates Break Time convenience stores in Missouri and a Big O Tires franchise in Missouri, Arkansas, and Kansas.

MFA Oil supplies fuels, lubricants, and propane to customers in Missouri, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma, and Tennessee. MFA Oil also operates BluSphere Energy, a solar panel installation company, and APM, a wholesale fuel distributor.

BENEFITS

Our benefits are designed to invest in you We offer a comprehensive benefits structure for variable-hour positions including competitive wages; paid time off and paid company holidays; and the opportunity to share in company success through profit sharing and/or performance incentives. Employees have access to healthcare benefits once eligibility criteria are met.
OUR CULTURE

The core values of MFA Oil are aligned with our purpose and are the cornerstones upon which our culture is built.

• Put Customers First
  
  • Respect Everyone - Demonstrate high regard or show special attention to customers, coworkers, vendors... everyone you come in contact with.
  • Provide Excellent Service - Go the extra mile to ensure our customers are happy and satisfied with our products and services.
  • Deliver on Your Promises - Do what you say you are going to do, when you say you are going to do it. Every time.
    
• Be Tenacious
  • Give Your Best - Always give your best effort and seek to improve every day.
  • Never Settle - Settling can lead to compromising on effort and quality of work. Find a way forward and don't settle for "It can't be done."
  • Work Passionately - Passion accelerates your abilities, propels you to overcome obstacles and shows customers and co-workers that you care.
    
• Lead by Example
  • Do the Right Thing - When we let honesty and integrity be our guide, we will always be headed in the right direction.
  • Take Ownership - Each of us must be accountable for ourselves, our colleagues, our customers and our company.
  • Act with Empathy - When we recognize and understand each other's challenges, we communicate better and grow stronger as a team.
    
  
  

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

We believe there's always room to learn and grow, from entry-level employees to senior leaders. Opportunities exist for internal advancement and professional development including on-the-job training. Educational expense assistance is available for employees seeking to continue their education ambitions aligned with their employment within the company.