Job Abstract

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Under supervision of a field manager or food service supervisor, performs a variety of routine duties related to the production and serving of food supplied from a central production facility. Performs routine cleaning of kitchen facilities and equipment. Work is performed on a relatively independent basis under a close time schedule. In larger schools, may supervise and evaluate cafeteria workers. General supervision is received from the school principal or designee; technical supervision is received from the food services supervisor or field manager. Employees in this classification may work alone. (Note: The cafeterias average daily participation from the previous year determines the classification of the satellite manager I,II or III.)

CERTIFICATE LICENSE:
Possession of a valid Maryland noncommercial Class C drivers license, or equivalent. Current sanitation certification required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Completion of the MCPS Food Service Satellite Manager Test at the required score.Knowledge of basic nutrition principles. Ability to manage inventory and order food and supplies. Knowledge of food production and forecasting. Knowledge of HACCP guidelines for safe food handling from receiving to service. Knowledge of standard sanitation procedures for care and cleaning of kitchen equipment. Knowledge of basic nutrition principles. Ability to effectively communicate to meet the needs of all customers: students, school staff and community. Knowledge of free and reduced-price meal benefits guidelines and accountability procedures. Knowledge of financial practices and procedures, including cashiering, bank deposits, and cash accountability. Knowledge of computer point-of-sale systems. Strong communication, training and human relations skills to work cooperatively in close proximity with others under constant deadlines.   Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:
High School or GED diploma required. Completion of the appropriate training programs required for the position. Experience in a supervisory or management capacity in a school or other institutional food service setting and in the operation of a variety of commercial food service equipment required. Experience as a school cafeteria worker preferable. Experience working in an elementary school satellite desirable. Considerable experience using Microsoft Office software products desireable. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.