:: Elementary Food Service Manager Floater ::
Department:
Nutrition Center/Food Services

Position Code:
3017489 - Elementary Food Service Manager Floater

Work Hours:
Minimum 4 hrs/day Start and End Time Vary

Application Deadline:
Open Until Filled

Position Description:

FUNCTION: To function as the lead worker in an elementary pre-pack nutrition program.

Schedule:Varies Daily Based on Assigned Site *Start and end times are subject to change based on serving times changes at the schools.

*This position will start in the fall on 8-18-09.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Manager, Food Service Operations

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read, learns, communicates and retain information.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• School Nutrition Association certified at Level 2 with Level 3 to be completed within one year or must achieve within the first year in position or college degree in Food Service/Nutrition or related area.
• Certified in Food Safety and Sanitation.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be flexible.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interact positively with others
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills and use MS Word and Excel software programs.
• Ability to interact with and work with a diverse range of people in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to work at a fast pace and under pressure.
• Good record keeping, time management and organizational skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve high quality meals in compliance with food safety standards and in an attractive manner.
• Use various equipment to properly heat and store food in accordance to departmental and Food Safety Standards (HACCP).
• Record food and equipment temperatures daily and complete production reports daily.
• Operate and understand applicable computer programs necessary to run the entire site based food service operation.
• Food and supply ordering to ensure customer satisfaction while containing food costs, waste and inventory.
• Process Free and Reduced Meal applications daily. Understand the process and its importance to the district.
• Interact positively with students, parents and staff to make the lunchroom a warm and welcoming place.
• Assure staff and student accounts are current with daily deposits. Deposit all cash and checks as scheduled.

SALARY:
Internal lateral moves will remain on the same Tier. Promotions and new hires will start on Tier II.

SEIU Local 284 Tier II starting salary $14.38 per hour



FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Irfan.Chaudhry@mpls.k12.mn.us or Nicole.Barron@mpls.k12.mn.us

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General kitchen/office working condition.
• Lunchroom conditions can be noisy.
• Kitchen temperature may be very warm.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
All applicants, including MPS employees, must complete an on-line application at www.mpls.k12.mn.us (click on employment). In addition, upload an electronic copy of both your cover letter and resume to your application at the time that you apply. Make sure that you apply for the specific position in which you are interested. Only complete applications, which include all of the following items, will be considered:

Cover Letter
Resume
On-Line Application

Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY:

Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability or status with regard to public assistance.

The Minneapolis Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action School District