The Kitchen Manager position is responsible for their assigned school complete kitchen operation, up to and including interviewing potential staff with the Nutrition Services Manager, ordering of all product and supplies, overseeing all aspects of food preparation, menu planning, safety, inventory and sanitation. The Kitchen Manager is also responsible for the daily documentation requirements of the Office of School Nutrition and the Colorado Dept. of Education.
Preferred experience/knowledge/ability:
Possess a basic computer knowledge
Possess the ability to analyze and interpret recipes.
Ability to record all foods used in daily preparation.
Possess knowledge of common health and food safety regulations.
Possess an understanding and usage of appropriate measuring utensils to meet state guidelines.
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds or more with assistance
REQUIREMENTS
Reports to the Nutrition Services Manager
Supervise, monitor and evaluate subordinate staff
Train staff on kitchen procedures
Take periodic written inventory of all stock
Complete and maintain in an orderly manner and nutritional all daily production records
Will be responsible for all aspects of food preparation keeping within sanitation guidelines
Preparation and service of food in the cafeteria
Perform daily clean-up to include sweeping, mopping, wiping down counters, carts, cleaning sinks, and washing dishes, and other duties as assigned
Co-interview and assist in hiring decisions
Contribute, with other Kitchen Managers and Nutrition Services Manager, in menu creation
Determine and order food and supply products for each week taking into account costs and availability
Maintain all equipment and notify Nutrition Services Manager when service or repair needed
Operate Point of Sale system during each meal
Be able to analyze recipes
Assists with cleaning dishes during service breaks
WHY JOIN SALIDA?
The award-winning Salida School District is much more than a small rural mountain district. Salida Schools are recognized throughout the state as leaders and trendsetters in public education. With a philosophy of knowing every student by name and by need, the district’s six schools serve over 1,300 students from pre-K through 12th grade and are the heart of Chaffee County. The community is built on a dedication to education, business development, the arts and culture, as well as health and wellness, all of which are vital components of our community. Come see what makes Salida so special.
Health Insurance
Flexible Work Schedule
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Mental Health Benefits
Professional Development & Support
PERA Retirement
**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.
