Howard County Public School System
Food Service Preparation Manager
Howard County Public School System, Ellicott City, Maryland, United States, 21042
Position Type:Food & Nutrition Services
Date Posted:10/16/2023
Location:Various Locations
Position posted to create a candidate pool for the school year.Please view the attachment for job details, minimum qualifications and application requirements.
A complete application includes all application material and proof of educationApplicants must submit all required materials in a timely fashion.
To learn more about HCPSS, please visit our website at https://www.hcpss.org/.
Description
:
This is food service work performed at secondary level schools. This position is at a working and supervisor level and performed under the supervision of an assigned area field representative. Performance is evaluated on an ongoing basis.
Essential Job Functions
:The duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by this job classification. This is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional related duties for the position. Not all duties assigned are included, nor are all duties listed performed in every office or every day.Oversee and/or prepare and service high-quality nutritious meals to students and adults at the home school and for transporting to other schoolsAccurately complete all daily, weekly, and monthly reportsOrder and receive food and supplies from designated vendors for prep and satellite schoolsRecord and deposit cash received into an assigned bank on a daily basisClean and sanitize all kitchen equipment at the work facility at the completion of meal serviceAbility to lift bulk weight of up to 55 poundsAbility to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, climbAbility to stand for long periods of time and endure extreme temperaturesExercise direct and general supervision over assigned personnelPerform daily, weekly and monthly paperwork on computerPerform all duties as assigned and work as schedule.Examples of Work
:Directs and assists with the preparation and service of hot and cold foods and beverages to be served to students and adults at the prep school and any assigned satellite school(s) per the directions in the Food Service Policies and Procedures ManualFollows daily menu using the nutritional guidelinesPrepares production sheets dailyPerforms supervisory duties to include the accurate accountability of lunches, breakfasts, a la carte sales and cash depositsAccurately records lunch count from appropriate rosters and takes cash collected to the designated bank on a daily basisTake accurate inventory, record and submit electronicallySubmit food orders electronically from approved vendorsRead, understand, prepare and follow work schedulesPrepare and submit accurate payroll recordsAssists with the cleaning and sanitizing of all kitchen equipment and work areasAccurately locks all storerooms and equipment at the close of business each dayParticipates in pilot programsParticipates in any catering functions, as neededMinimum Qualifications
:
Applicants must meet all of the qualifications, listed herein, to be considered for the vacancy. Use the application to specifically address each qualification.
Education
:
High School diploma or GED (must scan and upload to the online application). Foreign credentials must be evaluated as U.S. High School diploma or above. https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Documents/DEE/Certification/ForeignEvaluationAgencies.pdf
ALL DOCUMENTATION MUST BE UPLOADED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATIONPhysical Requirements
Ability to lift bulk weight of up to 55 poundsAbility to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, climbAbility to stand for long periods of time and endure extreme temperatures
Required Licenses and Certification :
Certificate of completion of the "ServSafe Course" within the probationary period of employment. Fee for the course is paid by the Food and Nutrition Service.
Must have dependable transportation throughout the working hours
Experience:
Six (6) months experience in food service operations.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
:
Working knowledge of food preparation methods, kitchen cleaning methods, serving techniques, equipment usage, sanitation regulations for food preparation and storage proceduresWorking knowledge of food and supply orderingWorking knowledge of safety and accident prevention techniques, especially as it pertains to food preparation, kitchen, and dining facilitiesWorking knowledge of scheduling and time management as it pertains to food preparation, kitchen, and dining facilities.Working knowledge of training techniques for new cafeteria employees and evaluation techniques for cafeteria employeesAbility to prepare hot and cold foods and beveragesAbility to follow and extend written recipesAbility to complete daily production sheetsAbility to follow prescribed food preparation methods for school food service operationsAbility to prepare schedulesAbility to use and clean all kitchen equipmentAbility to serve students and adults efficiently, courteously, and rapidlyAbility to follow Food and Nutrition Service Policy and ProceduresAbility to lift bulk weight of up to 55 poundsAbility to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, climbAbility to stand for long periods of time and endure extreme temperaturesAbility to work efficiently and harmoniously with other employees and work well with students and staffAbility to remain calm under trying circumstances and work with frequent interruptionsAbility to read and understand operating manuals for equipmentAbility to maintain accurate inventoryAbility to prepare forms for payroll, inventory and transportationAbility to prepare bank deposit slipAbility to order food and suppliesAbility to train new Food and Nutrition Service employees.Other Desirable Qualifications :
One year paid experience at the level of a Food Service Satellite Manager.Two (2) years paid experience at the level of a Food Service Assistant II.Willingness to attend continuing education courses sponsored by the Food and Nutrition Service.
Required Continuing Education and Training
Must meet the annual education/training requirements for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for School Nutrition Employees
Salary:
This is a 10-month position, Salary Grade 7 on the Food and Nutrition Service Salary Scale in the Memorandum of Understanding between the Board of Education of Howard County and the Howard County School Food Service Association (https://www.hcpss.org/f/employment/food- service-memorandum.pdf) Actual salary placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public System.
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is not exempt from overtime.
Application
:
A complete online application and all application materials, including
three
reference surveys, must be submitted to be considered.
Internal candidates must have a minimum of one reference from a current supervisor from within HCPSS.
Please be sure to include the following in your application materials:
A complete listing of employment locationsAll related experienceDates of employmentNames of direct supervisorsHigh School diploma/transcript or official College diploma/transcriptForeign education credentials must be evaluated by an MSDE approved organization and evaluation must be uploaded to the application.
For questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
recruitmentinquiries@hcpss.org
Additional Information
:
There will be a pre-screening of all applicant credentials. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experiences and education that most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.
Pre-employment Physical:
The person selected for this position must meet all requirements of the physical examination administered by a medical service selected by the Howard County Department of Education.
Employee Safety:
The employee is responsible for using safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to their job.
Equal Opportunity Employer
HCPSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation of Any Kind: HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants; and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training and career development.
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Attachment(s):
Food Service Preparation Manager.2023.pdf
Date Posted:10/16/2023
Location:Various Locations
Position posted to create a candidate pool for the school year.Please view the attachment for job details, minimum qualifications and application requirements.
A complete application includes all application material and proof of educationApplicants must submit all required materials in a timely fashion.
To learn more about HCPSS, please visit our website at https://www.hcpss.org/.
Description
:
This is food service work performed at secondary level schools. This position is at a working and supervisor level and performed under the supervision of an assigned area field representative. Performance is evaluated on an ongoing basis.
Essential Job Functions
:The duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by this job classification. This is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional related duties for the position. Not all duties assigned are included, nor are all duties listed performed in every office or every day.Oversee and/or prepare and service high-quality nutritious meals to students and adults at the home school and for transporting to other schoolsAccurately complete all daily, weekly, and monthly reportsOrder and receive food and supplies from designated vendors for prep and satellite schoolsRecord and deposit cash received into an assigned bank on a daily basisClean and sanitize all kitchen equipment at the work facility at the completion of meal serviceAbility to lift bulk weight of up to 55 poundsAbility to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, climbAbility to stand for long periods of time and endure extreme temperaturesExercise direct and general supervision over assigned personnelPerform daily, weekly and monthly paperwork on computerPerform all duties as assigned and work as schedule.Examples of Work
:Directs and assists with the preparation and service of hot and cold foods and beverages to be served to students and adults at the prep school and any assigned satellite school(s) per the directions in the Food Service Policies and Procedures ManualFollows daily menu using the nutritional guidelinesPrepares production sheets dailyPerforms supervisory duties to include the accurate accountability of lunches, breakfasts, a la carte sales and cash depositsAccurately records lunch count from appropriate rosters and takes cash collected to the designated bank on a daily basisTake accurate inventory, record and submit electronicallySubmit food orders electronically from approved vendorsRead, understand, prepare and follow work schedulesPrepare and submit accurate payroll recordsAssists with the cleaning and sanitizing of all kitchen equipment and work areasAccurately locks all storerooms and equipment at the close of business each dayParticipates in pilot programsParticipates in any catering functions, as neededMinimum Qualifications
:
Applicants must meet all of the qualifications, listed herein, to be considered for the vacancy. Use the application to specifically address each qualification.
Education
:
High School diploma or GED (must scan and upload to the online application). Foreign credentials must be evaluated as U.S. High School diploma or above. https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Documents/DEE/Certification/ForeignEvaluationAgencies.pdf
ALL DOCUMENTATION MUST BE UPLOADED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATIONPhysical Requirements
Ability to lift bulk weight of up to 55 poundsAbility to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, climbAbility to stand for long periods of time and endure extreme temperatures
Required Licenses and Certification :
Certificate of completion of the "ServSafe Course" within the probationary period of employment. Fee for the course is paid by the Food and Nutrition Service.
Must have dependable transportation throughout the working hours
Experience:
Six (6) months experience in food service operations.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
:
Working knowledge of food preparation methods, kitchen cleaning methods, serving techniques, equipment usage, sanitation regulations for food preparation and storage proceduresWorking knowledge of food and supply orderingWorking knowledge of safety and accident prevention techniques, especially as it pertains to food preparation, kitchen, and dining facilitiesWorking knowledge of scheduling and time management as it pertains to food preparation, kitchen, and dining facilities.Working knowledge of training techniques for new cafeteria employees and evaluation techniques for cafeteria employeesAbility to prepare hot and cold foods and beveragesAbility to follow and extend written recipesAbility to complete daily production sheetsAbility to follow prescribed food preparation methods for school food service operationsAbility to prepare schedulesAbility to use and clean all kitchen equipmentAbility to serve students and adults efficiently, courteously, and rapidlyAbility to follow Food and Nutrition Service Policy and ProceduresAbility to lift bulk weight of up to 55 poundsAbility to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, climbAbility to stand for long periods of time and endure extreme temperaturesAbility to work efficiently and harmoniously with other employees and work well with students and staffAbility to remain calm under trying circumstances and work with frequent interruptionsAbility to read and understand operating manuals for equipmentAbility to maintain accurate inventoryAbility to prepare forms for payroll, inventory and transportationAbility to prepare bank deposit slipAbility to order food and suppliesAbility to train new Food and Nutrition Service employees.Other Desirable Qualifications :
One year paid experience at the level of a Food Service Satellite Manager.Two (2) years paid experience at the level of a Food Service Assistant II.Willingness to attend continuing education courses sponsored by the Food and Nutrition Service.
Required Continuing Education and Training
Must meet the annual education/training requirements for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for School Nutrition Employees
Salary:
This is a 10-month position, Salary Grade 7 on the Food and Nutrition Service Salary Scale in the Memorandum of Understanding between the Board of Education of Howard County and the Howard County School Food Service Association (https://www.hcpss.org/f/employment/food- service-memorandum.pdf) Actual salary placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public System.
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is not exempt from overtime.
Application
:
A complete online application and all application materials, including
three
reference surveys, must be submitted to be considered.
Internal candidates must have a minimum of one reference from a current supervisor from within HCPSS.
Please be sure to include the following in your application materials:
A complete listing of employment locationsAll related experienceDates of employmentNames of direct supervisorsHigh School diploma/transcript or official College diploma/transcriptForeign education credentials must be evaluated by an MSDE approved organization and evaluation must be uploaded to the application.
For questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
recruitmentinquiries@hcpss.org
Additional Information
:
There will be a pre-screening of all applicant credentials. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experiences and education that most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.
Pre-employment Physical:
The person selected for this position must meet all requirements of the physical examination administered by a medical service selected by the Howard County Department of Education.
Employee Safety:
The employee is responsible for using safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to their job.
Equal Opportunity Employer
HCPSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation of Any Kind: HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants; and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training and career development.
IND123
Attachment(s):
Food Service Preparation Manager.2023.pdf