Food Services Area Supervisor

Classified

• Position

• Food Services

Job Number 3700247458

Start Date

Open Date 07/02/2024

Closing Date 07/19/2024

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the leadership of the assigned Coordinator of Food Services and Sous Chef, the position is responsible for ensuring the operational integrity of the division's cafeteria operations by providing managerial oversite to staff. Monitor policies and procedures to ensure they are in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines. Maintain financial soundness and provides well-balanced nutritious meals that meet the USDA Dietary Guidelines. Assist with training and mentoring cafeteria staff to enhance VBCPS scratch-cooking implementation. Provide cost-effective catering services including meals, receptions, and office functions as requested.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Review and advise cafeteria operations in areas of record keeping, nutritional standards, free and reduced policies, food storage and handling, forecasting, preparation and serving of food, and sanitation standards.

• Identify and suggest corrective action and provide training regarding operational deficiencies.

• Plan and supervise special events throughout the system including menu development, costing ordering, labors distribution, set up, and billing.

• Work cooperatively with principals, managers, and all other employees concerning personnel issues, hiring, performance evaluations, and disciplinary action.

• Review Health Department reports and initiate corrective action and ensure that proper standards of sanitation are maintained.

• Perform time and motion studies followed by training.

• Conduct federal, state, and local operational reviews.

• Conduct job training with managers, manager trainees, baker/cooks, and other school nutrition employees.

• Professionally handle customer comments and concerns.

• Resolve issues with parents in a timely, efficient, and professional manner.

• Assist in various hiring fairs and interview potential job applicants for cafeteria positions.

• Conduct orientation and health card training with interested job applicants.

• Assist with recommendations regarding the selection of equipment and layouts for new or remodeled cafeterias.

• Advocate for and build involvement/commitment to school gardens within the school community, including teachers, administrators, students, parents, and cafeteria staff.

• Operate and troubleshoot computer-based cash register systems.

• Perform cost analysis of individual operations regarding the management of money, labor, food, supplies, and equipment.

• Provide training and technical assistance in the implementation of scratch cooking.

• Perform related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures and regulations relating to school food service. Sound background in food quality, nutritional standards, and economical substitutions within food groups. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices used in ordering, receiving and storing food in large quantities. Thorough knowledge of budgeting and accounting practices and procedures. Extensive knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety measures used in food handling. Ensure operations are clean and proper care for utensils, equipment, and work areas are maintained. Ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinate employees as assigned. Prepare reports and demonstrate the ability to train employees in culinary arts techniques. Conduct annual federal, state, and local reviews of all assigned schools. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, school staff, associates, and parents. Be proficient with basic computer skills; including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher. Through knowledge of current service point of service program.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: High School Diploma and three to five years of experience in school and/or food service management. Must have experience in supervising employees and a valid ServSafe certification issued by the local health department.

Preferred: Associate degree in Food Service Management and/or Nutrition, Business Management, or a related field. School Nutrition Association (SNA) certification and/or SNA School Nutrition Specialist credential (SNS). Coursework in sanitation, culinary techniques, marketing, nutrition, customer service, human resource management, computer training, and other helpful topics.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent walking, bending, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, reaching, and driving. Occasional sitting, standing and stooping. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme heat and hazards such as exposure to chemicals, moving mechanical parts, etc., and/or loud noises. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid driver's license

• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

HOW TO APPLY

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Reports To Director of Food Services

Job Posting Link https://vbschoolscom.finalsite.com/fs/resource-manager/view/fecd5948-559a-495c-ac52-0f80ec233f92

Salary Range: From/To

Hourly rate range: $56,078-$81,799

Compensation will be based on job-related creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. The entry-level rate will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the rate will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Unified Experience Based Step Pay Scale: U16

FTE 1.000

Start Date 2024-2025 School Yr

Additional Job Information

All applicants, both internal and external, must attach a current detailed resume to your electronic application.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33,4-4,4-6)

To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at (757) 263-1133,2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.

Alternative formats of this application which may include taped, Braille, or large print materials are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Call or write the Department of Human Resources, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, 2512 George Mason Drive, P.O. Box 6038, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-0038. Telephone: (757) 263-1133 (voice); (757) 263-1240 (TDD) or email at: vbcpshr@vbschools.com.