Food Service Manager
The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for a Food Service Manager for the CORPS, located in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Job Summary:
Plans, coordinates, supervises and evaluates the day-to-day operations of the food services program; plans and develops menus; purchases food and maintains an adequate level of inventory for program needs; prepares and administers a food budget; ensures food service program operates in compliance with health standards and regulations; supervises, schedules, evaluates, and participates in the work of kitchen personnel including the cooking and serving of meals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive.It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position.The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this position description.
Plans, schedules, assigns, and supervises the work of subordinate personnel; trains and instructs employees and volunteers in the proper methods and procedures; monitors work in progress and upon completion to ensure compliance with recipes, quality standards and health regulations; conducts performance evaluations and provides salary and hiring/firing recommendations for all kitchen staff.
Purchases food and commodities in appropriate quantities and at economical prices; monitors food expenditures to ensure compliance with the food budget; serves as liaison to food service vendors.
Plans menus and selects recipes ensuring nutritionally balanced meals.
Supervises and monitors the cooking and presentation of meals to ensure compliance with recipes and health standards; ensures appropriate utilization of surplus and leftovers.
Supervises the maintenance and organization of the food and kitchen supplies inventory; ensures inventory is maintained at adequate level and that food is properly rotated and discarded when necessary.
Prepares and maintains statistical records of meals serviced and donations received.
Monitors kitchen and dining areas to ensure continued compliance with safety and sanitary regulations.
Cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods.
Ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled.
Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares plates for infants or persons requiring additional assistance.
Ensures food service equipment is in proper working order; serves as a liaison with vendors to obtain bids and ensure repairs occur in a reasonable timeframe.Reviews invoices for accuracy and forwards to the business department for payment.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinates, receives and processes donations.
Coordinates arrangements and supervises activities for special events.
Responds to disasters at the request of the Corps Officer or other personnel; coordinates and supervises the stocking of food/supplies and preparation of meals on disaster canteens.
Performs other related work as required.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
General Office EquipmentKitchen Equipment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred,
And
Three years progressively responsible experience in food service management with at least six months experience in a supervisory capacity,
or
any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Driver’s License – eligible driver under TSA Driver Program
Ability to obtain and maintain a Safe Serve Certification upon hire, if required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Food Service Manager Certificate upon hire, if required
First Aid Certification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of food preparation and management.
Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures.
Knowledge of meal planning techniques.
Knowledge of acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
Knowledge of health regulations governing the operation of public kitchens.
Ability to lead, motivate, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate employees and volunteers.
Ability to plan and cook nutritional, tasteful, and safe food for large groups in a timely manner.
Ability to ensure kitchen appliances are properly operated and maintained.
Ability to order food and kitchen supplies in an economical manner and to maintain an adequate level of inventory.
Ability to ensure kitchen operations conform with local, state, and federal health regulations.
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to cook, taste, and smell food.
Duties are usually performed seated.Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in a normal office and kitchen environment where there may be limited physical discomforts associated with working around hot stoves/ovens or cold freezers.
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
Additional Information:
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they
will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious
mission.
To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.
All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on
the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
*Application Submittal Period:7/15/2020 – 07/17/2020
Other details
- Job Family ALM-NON-EXEMPT
- Job Function Food Service
- Pay Type Hourly
- Shreveport, LA 200 E. Stoner Ave. 71101, 200 E. Stoner Ave, Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America