Food Service Lead

Job Position: Food Service Lead (Part Time 10 months)

Location: Great Valley School District, High School

Pay Rate: $19.50/hr

Shift: 5:30AM -2:00PM

Description:

Position Summary:
Join the Great Valley School District Food Service Department as a Certified Food Manager in one of our elementary school cafeterias. This position plays a vital role in ensuring nutritious, safe, and appealing meals are served daily to students in accordance with the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs. Staff are hired district-wide and may be reassigned based on operational needs. *Internal Applicants, please contact supervisor*

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Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain Chester County Health Department Certified Food Manager status.

• Supervise and train food service staff on safe food handling procedures.

• Coordinate and place weekly food orders; track inventory and supplies.

• Receive, store, and organize food deliveries following FIFO procedures.

• Maintain accurate temperature logs and food safety documentation.

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to daily meal counts and production records.

• Operate the point of sale (POS) system, prepare daily deposits, and manage register.

• Ensure sanitation and safety in all food preparation and serving areas.

• Act as liaison for food-related communication with school staff, students, and parents.

• Assist with catering planning and execution.

• Complete monthly inventory and manage food recall procedures.

• Review and respond to student allergy information in collaboration with the Nutrition & Garden Coordinator.

• Participate in annual professional development (minimum 6 hours/year).

Required Experience:

• Experience in quantity food production, cooking, catering, and customer service.

• Familiarity with POS systems, food inventory, and health department compliance.

• Leadership or supervisory experience in a food service setting preferred.

Knowledge of:

• Safe food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety protocols.

• School nutrition program standards.

• Interpersonal skills with professionalism, tact, and courtesy.

• Organization and food quality control methods.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 40 lbs, stand for long periods, bend, reach, pivot, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.

Uniform Requirements:

• Black pants, polo shirt, closed-toe rubber-soled shoes, hat or hairnet, and apron.