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Job Description
SUMMARY : The Kitchen Manager is responsible for maintaining systems and procedures for all aspects of the Food Nutrition / Dining Program for which he / she oversees.
The program services a student enrollment of 2,499 or less.
The Manager will ensure that all guidelines, relating to the NSLP, are adhered to in all schools, consistently. Stay current with USDA regulations and ensure menus and processes are in compliance at all times.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :
Must spend 80% of workday in the schools observing and supporting team.Conducts recurring inventory; maintaining records to comply with Whitsons, government and accrediting agency standards.
Controls all expenses such as food cost, labor cost and operating expenses while providing exceptional customer service. Manages all purchasing and utilization of government commodities including processed goods.
Prepares location for internal QA audit by using the Check Yes tools.Executes all marketing promotions applicable to the district according to the marketing calendar.
Ensures marketing, merchandising in place effectually and current at all times. Maintains an 80% or above score on the Whitsons Internal Audit and shows increased improvement each year.
Adhere to all company and district policies and ensure that entire team understands and follows them.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Coordinates activities with other internal departments, participates in management team meetings, interfaces with Vendors and key service users within client organization.
Ensures marketing, merchandising in place effectually and current at all times.Looks for opportunities to implement new products and services which support sales growth and client retention Monthly or bi-monthly communications to the client and DM, highlighting activity on a monthly basis including any financial information requested by client.
Manages collections from catering / events and client billings. This includes delivering the client invoices for monthly or weekly business billings within 4 hours of receiving and managing the process of collections with the support of AR and supervisors.
Collects all event payments upon delivery with no credit extended, unless event is paid by client’s office or department.
When required (invoice past due) communicates directly to customers via phone or email.Conducts monthly cook meetings with secondary leads / cooks regarding menu offeringsCreate advisory group and / or attend any PTO / District administrative meetings which will assist in driving sales and participation.
Performs additional duties as assigned by District Manager from time to time.
Requirements
Education :
Certifications :
ServSafe Mandatory Local food safety certification if required in jurisdiction of employment. Must be knowledgeable of all local health and food safety ordinances.
Computer Skills :
Other Qualifications, Experience :
Required Competencies :
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position may require extended hours including evenings and / or weekends, travel to multiple work sites and occasional out-of-district travel.
Must be able to drive his / her own vehicle to other work sites.
Last updated : 2024-04-29
Full Time
Restaurants & Catering Services
$49k-65k (estimate)
05/01/2024
05/10/2024
whitsons.com
ELIZABETH, NJ
1,000 - 3,000
1979
Private
$50M - $200M
Restaurants & Catering Services
Whitsons Culinary offers corporate, residential, healthcare and emergency dining, school nutrition, catering and vending services.
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