FOOD PRODUCTION MANAGER

FLSA Classification​: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Job Code:

Reports to: Director of Food & Nutrition

The schedule for this position will be 8:30-4:30pm Mon-Fri, weekends as needed.

OVERVIEW:

The Food Production Managers oversees the processing and manufacturing of food by overseeing the day-to-day operations to ensure optimal food quality and monitoring food costs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Purchase food and supplies from vendors approved by The Plaza and monitor inventory

· Ensure that the kitchen and surrounding areas are sanitized and clean in accordance with company standards and health code regulations

· Supervise kitchen personnel

· Identify new culinary techniques and presentations

· Assist kitchen staff with food prep and recipe creation

· Inspect units periodically to observe quality of food preparation and service; food appearance; and cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, equipment and employee appearance.

· Coordinate all training activities for Cooks and Cook’s helper.

· Develop recipes and portion specifications in accordance with resident tastes, nutritional needs, product specifications, ease of preparation and established procedures and budgetary constraints; participate in other menu planning activities to include the determination of purchasing specifications, product and recipe testing and menu development.

· Assist operation in areas such as plate presentation, special function menu planning and the design of new service areas.

· Responsible for producing diversified menus in accordance with the Plaza policy and vision.

· Prepare prep sheet for each meal for weekly menu cycle.

· Responsible for keeping records of all cooking and food holding temperatures

· In-service/discipline all cooks as necessary

· Provide Proper time management to all cooks

· Train the auxiliary cooks to provide best results in a timely manner and using at the maximum the available resources

· Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during working hours

· Make sure the hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation and distribution.

· Communicate and follow up with your supervisor that cooking equipment are maintained in good conditions and signal any malfunction before it affects the staff or the residents.

· Attend Food Committee and follow up on food complaints

· Communicate with storeroom clerk to ensure all necessary ingredients are available for next few days’ meals.

· Communicate with cooks/supervisors if necessary, of any meal substitution/ changes before implementing any change.

· Make sure all cooks follow standardized recipes at all time.

· Make sure to avoid cross contamination i.e., using proper cutting boards, different meats are stored in different containers.

· Make sure food is properly shelved and stored in refrigerators.

· Other duties as assigned Ensuring adequate scheduling of staff

· Responsible for keeping records of all cooking and food holding temperatures

· Create menus for special events and holidays

· Responsible for waste accountability reports and all required kitchen audits

QUALIFICATIONS

· ServSafe Manager Certification

· Must be knowledgeable of Federal and State rules and regulations regarding nursing home dietary requirements

· Prior food service experience in a long-term care setting, preferred

· Prior supervisory experience, preferred

· Proficient in Microsoft Office

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· This position supervises the food service staff

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· May work in extreme temperature shifts, from extra heat in the cooking area to freezing temperatures when working in the walk-in-freezers.

· May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke and unpleasant odors

· Exposed to sharp knives, hot surfaces and wet floors in the workplace

· Must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints

· The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and depth perception and peripheral vision and color vision

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear

· The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 40 pounds.

TRAVEL:

· There are no travel expectations for this position

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Bronx, NY 10468: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person