Food Production Manager - Bronx, United States - Citadel Care Centers

Citadel Care Centers

Verified Company

Bronx, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

FOOD PRODUCTION MANAGER

FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Job Code:

Reports to:
Director of Food & Nutrition

The schedule for this position will be 8:30-4:30pm Mon-Fri, weekends as needed.

OVERVIEW:

The Food Production Managers oversees the processing and manufacturing of food by overseeing the day-to-day operations to ensure optimal food quality and monitoring food costs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Purchase food and supplies from vendors approved by The Plaza and monitor inventory
Ensure that the kitchen and surrounding areas are sanitized and clean in accordance with company standards and health code regulations
Supervise kitchen personnel
Identify new culinary techniques and presentations
Assist kitchen staff with food prep and recipe creation
Inspect units periodically to observe quality of food preparation and service; food appearance; and cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, equipment and employee appearance.
Coordinate all training activities for Cooks and Cook's helper.
Develop recipes and portion specifications in accordance with resident tastes, nutritional needs, product specifications, ease of preparation and established procedures and budgetary constraints; participate in other menu planning activities to include the determination of purchasing specifications, product and recipe testing and menu development.
Assist operation in areas such as plate presentation, special function menu planning and the design of new service areas.
Responsible for producing diversified menus in accordance with the Plaza policy and vision.
Prepare prep sheet for each meal for weekly menu cycle.
Responsible for keeping records of all cooking and food holding temperatures
Inservice/discipline all cooks as necessary
Provide Proper time management to all cooks
Train the auxiliary cooks to provide best results in a timely manner and using at the maximum the available resources
Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during working hours
Make sure the hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation and distribution.
Communicate and follow up with your supervisor that cooking equipment are maintained in good conditions and signal any malfunction before it affects the staff or the residents.
Attend Food Committee and follow up on food complaints
Communicate with storeroom clerk to ensure all necessary ingredients are available for next few days' meals.
Communicate with cooks/supervisors if necessary, of any meal substitution/ changes before implementing any change.
Make sure all cooks follow standardized recipes at all time.
Make sure to avoid cross contamination i.e., using proper cutting boards, different meats are stored in different containers.
Make sure food is properly shelved and stored in refrigerators.
Other duties as assigned Ensuring adequate scheduling of staff
Responsible for keeping records of all cooking and food holding temperatures
Create menus for special events and holidays
Responsible for waste accountability reports and all required kitchen audits

QUALIFICATIONS

ServSafe Manager Certification
Must be knowledgeable of Federal and State rules and regulations regarding nursing home dietary requirements
Prior food service experience in a longterm care setting, preferred
Prior supervisory experience, preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position supervises the food service staff

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

May work in extreme temperature shifts, from extra heat in the cooking area to freezing temperatures when working in the walkinfreezers.
May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke and unpleasant odors
Exposed to sharp knives, hot surfaces and wet floors in the workplace
Must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints
The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and depth perception and peripheral vision and color vision
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear
The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 40 pounds.

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