What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNP Manager position at Alabama State Department of Education?
JOB GOAL: To run the daily operation of the cafeteria incompliance with Ozark City Schools Child Nutrition Program Department, USDA, Local, state and federal policies, procedures, rules, regulations and guidelines
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three (3) years' experience in food service or a child nutrition program (management experience preferred)
- A genuine desire to serve quality meals to students
- Ability to proficiently use current technology
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to multi-task and work within a fast-paced environment
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written
- Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds.
- NRA ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certified
- Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and the Board may require.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and priorities
- Supervises the day-to-day operation of assigned CNP kitchen and staff
- Maintains professional appearance and dress appropriate for school food service program (uniform, hair net/hats, closed-toe shoes with non-skid sole, etc.)
- Models and encourages CNP employees to observe high standards of grooming, safety, and effective work habits.
- Instructs employees in the safe, proper, and efficient use of all kitchen equipment
- Maintains the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen
- Checks food shipments into the school, signing invoices only after each order has been verified.
- Determines the quantities of each food to be prepared daily according to guidelines provided
- Prepares work schedules and specific assignments for employees
- Assures that all students are served prescribed portions
- Prepares food according to the approved menu using prescribed recipes and verifies final product meets acceptable standards before it is served
- Oversees the security of food storage areas as well as exterior doors
- Orders on a weekly and biweekly basis all necessary food and supplies
- Reports immediately to the principal and director any problem or accident occurring in the kitchen or on the cafeteria premises
- Reports to the child nutrition program director any damages, spoiled, or inferior quality food which is received.
- Supervises the proper daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment and the washing and sterilizing of all dished, silverware, and utensils
- Maintains adequate and accurate records and controls to include: personnel, financial, inventories, operational reports, records, purchasing of food supplies, equipment and daily bank deposits.
- Cooperates with health officials, supporting all local and state public health laws and codes
- Participates and promotes in-service training, conferences, and continuing education
- Maintains files of standardized recipes and instructs personnel in use of recipes
- Performs duties in a manner that promotes good public relations
- Receives suggestions from students, parents, and faculty regarding program improvements and incorporates such suggestions into the child nutrition program in such a manner consistent with good nutritional standards
- Provides nutrition education for students to promote health and wellness
- Performs food testing and acceptance surveys
- Maintains and monitors employee time and attendance
- Conducts Professional Growth Assessments for employees and assistant managers on a yearly basis
- Maintains emergency supplies
- Monitors meal services and provides student assistance with account issues
- Reports to work as scheduled and clocks in and out on time
- Assists with approval and verification process for free and reduced meal applications
- Implements a safe and sanitary work environment by following HACCP Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Maintains confidentiality of any school system related business
- Maintains communication with school administrators regarding department changes or services
- Adheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local laws
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s)