Overall Purpose 

The assistant manager works under the direction of the SNP manager, assumes responsibilities of the manager in his/her absence, and assists in maintaining efficient management and operation of the kitchen. The assistant manager will be able to operate a point of sale (POS) for meals, perform regular inventory, order food and supplies as needed, manage and supervise kitchen staff, operate a desktop computer in the work place, and execute duties that assist the manager in leading the kitchen in full compliance with state and federal regulations.

Essential Functions

• Can consistently perform all duties on Food Service Assistant job description to highest standards, proficient with all Front of House and Back of House software and apps currently in use
• Assists manager with calling parents/guardians in a professional manner regarding negative meal account balances, maintains accurate and detailed documentation of communications
• Acts as kitchen lead - calculates end of day food records, assists with daily production and serving, first line of resolution for production floor questions
• Assists manager with food safety tracking by ensuring temperature records are complete and food safety Standard Operating Procedures are followed
• Must be able to open and close the kitchen in the absence of the manager
• Assists manager with marketing and taste-testing to promote school meal participation

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred.

Physical Requirements

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 50 pounds of force as needed to move objects. Generally, the job requires 15% sitting, 15% squatting/bending/stooping, 30% walking, and 40% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. 

Education/Training

At least two years’ experience in School Nutrition

ServSafe Certified

Must participate in Manager-In-Training continuing education trainings

Clearances

Criminal Background Check 

FLSA Status/Work Calendar 

Non-Exempt/187

7 Hours Per Day