Child Nutrition Secondary Manager - Stapley Junior High

3250 E Hermosa Vista Dr, Mesa, AZ 85213

* Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.

* East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type:

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Base Hourly:

$23.31

Class/Calendar:

B24, 10 months

Benefits:

Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire

Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire

Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To provide for the efficient and economical operation of kitchen and proper quality and quantity of food served daily; breakfast and lunch program to include food presentation, service, cash handling and safety.

Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work for Food & Nutrition in a safety sensitive position. Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Responsible for efficient and economical operation of kitchen and proper quality and quantity of food served daily

* Provide for the various aspects of site meal programs to include food, safety and sanitation, presentation, service and cash handling

* Determine and order food amounts necessary for in-house production

* Train and evaluate all kitchen staff; establish job descriptions for kitchen positions

* Responsible for accuracy of time sheet, daily reports, deposits, meal applications processing, production records, direct delivery received and in-house special events

* Assist field supervisor and/or cooking manager in conducting accurate monthly inventories

* Promote school lunch, school lunch week, student and faculty specials, barbecues, catering, etc. to students and staff

* Prepare vendor product performance reports, work orders, monthly reports and safety reports

* Check-in and inspect delivered products

* Responsible for dairy and direct delivery order

* Regular and on-time attendance required

* Promote involvement in professional growth activities

* Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

* Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

* High school education or equivalent

* Valid Arizona Driver's license with proof of insurance and reliable transportation

* Must have Maricopa County Food Service Worker Certificate

* Must acquire Maricopa County Certified Food Service Manager Certificate within three months

* Knowledge of food production and quantity cooking experience

* Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulation experience

* Working knowledge of food ordering, food production and operation of commercial food equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

* Course work in dietetics, catering, management or supervision and one year experience in school food service highly preferred

* Computer proficiency and cashiering duties preferred

Skills &

Competencies:

* Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate

* Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community

* Ability to merchandise a creative food program and be service oriented

* Ability to organize, to prioritize and to plan day's workload; to be flexible in changing cafeteria situations and to work with constant interruptions

* Ability to stand for long periods of time and to perform frequent reaching, stooping and lifting of up to forty pounds; must be punctual and seldom absent

* Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations

* Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with students, assigned personnel, district personnel and general public, etc

* Ability and willingness to participate in professional growth activities

Work Environment &

Physical Requirements:

* Works primarily in a high school cafeteria, kitchen, or food storage area

* Must manage meal production efficiently to serve students during short lunch periods

* Must follow strict health, safety, and nutrition guidelines (e.g., USDA regulations, food handling policies)

* Exposure to hot ovens, steamers, dishwashing areas, and cold storage units

* Typically starts work early in the morning to prepare meals before school begins

* May spend hours on their feet preparing and serving meals

* Regularly lifts and carries food supplies, trays, and equipment (typically up to 50 lbs)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding…