Kitchen Manager

Kitchen ManagerHours: 6:30am - 2:00pmPay Rate: Step 1 $25/hourResponsible to: Food Service DirectorJob Summary: The Kitchen Manager plays a pivotal role in the successful operation of the school Food Service, fostering maximum student participation. This position entails planning, supervising, and actively participating in the daily production of meals and a variety of a la carte items. Duties include inventory control, ordering, receiving, and meticulous record-keeping for all food, supplies, and meal production.Demonstrating leadership and initiative is key, ensuring the creation of appetizing, nutritious, and popular food items. Collaboration with the Food Service Director is essential to control expenses and generate the revenue necessary for financial stability. Effective communication with food service staff, school faculty, administration, and students is paramount, reflecting a high level of personal and professional integrity. Upholding excellent customer service standards is central to all tasks.Moreover, adherence to regulations of the Child Nutrition Program and implementation of proper HACCP procedures are imperative.Responsibilities: Coordinate all duties and responsibilities of Food Service staff, establishing daily and weekly task schedules and delegating Provide comprehensive training to staff in food preparation, quality control, and sanitation, adhering to relevant Participate in in-service training and professional development Ensure all department employees maintain standards for dress and Supervise food preparation, maintaining high standards in flavor, appearance, and Foster harmonious working relationships and cooperation among staff, school personnel, and students. Enforce Food Service Department policies and safety measures, with proper documentation when Manage food and supplies inventory, including ordering, receiving, storing, and rotating Maintain accurate records of income, food, supplies, and Supervise and evaluate Food Service staff performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching. Manage catering preparation and delivery, ensuring compliance with program and district standards. Maintain regular communication with the site principal regarding events and Email must be checked multiple times a day to ensure there are no changes in the breakfast or lunch Adhere to all deadlines set up by the Food Service Director and district, including but not limited to: Monthly Inventory, Daily Deposits, Operate kitchen equipment effectively and Prepare the kitchen for school opening and closing. Ensure that an adequate supply of clean Aprons and Towels are ready for the next work Perform other duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager's Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:30 AM - 2:00 PM (subject to change) Required Paperwork: Daily Deposits and Sales Reports Daily Refrigerator & Freezer Temperature Log Daily Production Record/ Temperature Log Monthly Inventory Monthly Transfer Sheet Monthly Commodity Order Form Physical Demands: Ability to lift cases up to 40 pounds and carry them from storage to work Prolonged standing, reaching, and Tolerance for variations in temperature, including working in cold or hot Qualifications: Minimum of two (2) years working experience in school food services ServSafe Allergen Training CPR certificate Ability to supervise and train staff while performing assigned Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, preparation, and Basic understanding of National School Breakfast and Lunch Program Strong organizational and leadership Proficiency in computer literacy for email, word processing, Google Sheets, and data Working knowledge of Point of Sale Lincoln, MassachusettsLincoln is a residential suburb located 12 miles northwest of Boston. Established in 1754, the town has a rich history dating to our country's Revolutionary period and has maintained many of its early characteristics and traditions. The community places a high value on public education, open space, diversity, and community involvement.The school system has a well-earned reputation for educational excellence, offering innovative, student-centered instruction in an inclusive setting with small class sizes. The district serves students PreK-8 at two schools: the PreK-8 Lincoln School, which serves Lincoln-resident families, Boston-resident families participating in the METCO program, and the children of staff members; and the PreK-8 Hanscom School, which serves military families living on the Hanscom Air Force Base.Interest in Lincoln Public SchoolsOur district's core values are: excellence and innovation in teaching and learning, respect for every individual, and collaboration and community. We are excited to welcome new staff members who share those values, and who bring a range of prior experiences in education and in life.As a district, we ensure that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their age, race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, active military/veteran status, disability, national origin, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, or housing status. We actively seek applications from a diverse range of candidates who share a common commitment to children and to maintaining a positive and collaborative culture.You can learn more about the Lincoln Public Schools at .