The posting
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Food Manager to join our team. The Food Manager is responsible for preparing and distributing meals, maintaining kitchen and food-related supplies, and ensuring a safe, clean, and organized environment. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable handling a variety of tasks beyond traditional food service, including minor building maintenance and event support.
Essentials Duties & Responsibilities
Meal Preparation & Distribution:
- Plans and prepares snacks and meals in accordance with posted menus and nutrition regulations
- Determines meal and snack count and distributes food to each classroom
- Removes trays and leftovers from classrooms and disposes accordingly
- Follows standards of personal hygiene, safety, and sanitation and ensures that other staff in the kitchen do the same
- Keeps kitchen organized and clean, including appliances, cabinets, and all inventory
- Attends and participates in staff meetings, training sessions, and academy events as requested
- Accepts temporary work assignments when regularly scheduled personnel are not available
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Obtain weekly allergy lists from the Director and remind teachers of children with allergies.
- Handle milk and perishable food products safely and appropriately.
- Label all food items with the date upon arrival.
- Ensure kitchen remains neat and organized.
Inventory & Ordering:
- Keep track of supply orders and reorder as needed.
- Monitor food and supply inventory according to allergies and needs.
- Check and verify inventory against orders.
- Place orders from US Foods and other vendors as required.
Supply & Food Runs:
- Conduct supply runs to nearby stores as needed.
- Pick up weekly food from stores such as Costco and Walmart.
- Pick up breakfast for staff and lunch for special events.
Event & Activity Support:
- Set up and clean up for water play days during summer camp.
- Assist with setup and cleanup for staff or student events.
Facility & Maintenance Support:
- Perform minor building maintenance tasks, such as plunging toilets and restocking paper towel dispensers.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in food service or kitchen management is must.
- Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Ability to lift and carry supplies as needed.
- Comfortably performing minor maintenance tasks.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
