Elementary Assistant Lead - Elgin, United States - Illinois School District U-46

Illinois School District U-46

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Elgin, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

JobID: 33751

Position Type:

Food Service/Elementary Assistant Lead
Date Posted:

4/8/2024
Location:

Channing Elementary
Date Available:

08/09/2024
Closing Date:
Until Filled

Position / Title:
Assistant Lead
Bargaining Unit: SEIU
Department/Location: Food & Nutrition Services
Work Days: 184
Reports To: Elementary Field Manager
JD Revision Date: 03/29/2023
Supervises: N/A
Function / Position Summary
Responsible for all daily duties related to the preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch and any after school meals.

Adheres to the National School Breakfast and National School Lunch Programs as well as any after school program guidelines and requirements in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

Display professionalism and provide excellent customer service at all times. May be required to leave the main work site on occasion for meetings, workshops and trainings as needed.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

Prepare, distribute and manage all school meal programs following local, state and federal guidelines.
Distributes/Posts monthly menus.
Assists weekly projections to order all meals and supplies from the Commissary.
Assists with maintaining accurate daily production records and monthly inventory. Submitting all reports as needed on a daily, weekly or monthly basis, meeting all timelines set by management.
With guidance from the Lead, is fiscally responsible for maintaining inventory amounts as set by the Director of the department.
Responsible for proper receiving and storage of all products upon delivery. Using correct FIFO/FEFO procedures.
Completes daily bookkeeping tasks, including sales reports/ student/staff meal payments, negative student balance letters, reconciling totals for accuracy and closes/balances all service lines.
Assist with banking monies and accurate deposits.
Consistent cleaning and maintenance of all kitchen and cafeteria equipment. Passing all internal site reviews and any ISBE/Health department inspections without any critical violations.
Assist with marketing the breakfast and lunch programs as directed by management. Including helping with forming a Youth Advisory Council and having monthly meetings.
Will learn in detail all aspects of the job as well as working together with the Lead to maintain shared responsibilities.
In the absence of the Lead, is able to step in and perform all aspects of the job as backup.
Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
Must possess a valid Certified Professional Food Manager Certification, previously known as sanitation certificate. Certificate shall be obtained by the start of the second school term of employment.
Bilingual (Spanish/English written/verbal) (preferred)

Experience / Knowledge

Experience preferred in a position of responsibility in the Food Service industry and customer service.
Computer proficiency preferred.
Knowledge of district and department software programs a bonus.
Accuracy in handling money (cashiering, banking, etc.).
Ability to demonstrate both verbal and written communication.
Ability to develop a working relationship with staff and principal within the school you are assigned.
Ability to communicate on a consistent basis with the school office/staff any pertinent information that will affect meal programs. (i.e. Menu changes, allergies, field trips)
Should be well spoken and have the ability to express thoughts and ideas.
Hold a State of Illinois Food Handler card and demonstrate specific knowledgebased competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job which includes. If Certification is not current, must be able to obtain within 30 days of employment

Physical Demands

Ability to work indoors in a busy kitchen environment with exposure to noise, heat, cleaning solutions and cooking fumes.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with proper technique
Wears appropriate uniform and shoes as required.

Terms of Employment

This is a 10month position. Hours vary due to specific buildings breakfast and lunch schedules. Salary and benefits are as established by SEIU collective bargaining agreement.
Must complete all FNS and District mandated GNC tutorials, monthly safety training, and department sponsored training per USDA requirements by their due dates.
Must be able to adhere to all Blackout dates according to the Food and Nutrition Calendar.
Attend all back to school and professional development meetings/training required.
Maintain a positive attendance record as specified in FNS Department Handbook & SEIU contract.

Salary Information
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