Assistant High School Manager

Assistant High School Manager

Location: Salem High School

Job Summary: Assists in the general work and management of the kitchen as directed by the cafeteria manager. Assumes the responsibilities of the cafeteria manager in his/her absence.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Required to adhere to the annual minimum required training hours for School Nutrition. Staff per the USDA Guide to Professional Standards for School Nutrition Programs. This will be provided to staff throughout professional development opportunities
• Previous food service experience preferred
• Good attendance record
• Effective oral and written communication and understand and follow written and oral direction
• Must be ServSafe certified within 3 months of hire
• Computer experience a. Google Suite, Including Drive, Sheets, Docs and Gmail
• Experience in maintaining high quality service standards with food safety prioritized
• Exhibits leadership skills and initiative

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in management operations and covers all duties when the Cafeteria Manager is absent including but not limited to assuming the manager's regular shift times, opening the kitchen, closing after operations, kitchen supervision and assuming the role of primary contact.
• Serves as cooking lead and assists with daily kitchen operations. Ensure all food preparation is completed according to food safety standards.
• Direct the preparation and service of food; prepare fruits, vegetables, cereals and desserts; assemble various ingredients as assigned; package and wrap food items according to established procedures and portion control standards; serve meals on serving lines; set out prepared foods; prepare salads, sandwiches and packaged foods for distribution; mix, slice, grate and chop food items; open cans; replenish containers as necessary.
• Assists with serving food as described in the production records following correct portion sizes and specifications. Monitor Food production and adjust quantities or schedules as needed.
• Assists with cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen and equipment. Clean serving counters, tables, chairs, food containers and other food service equipment; prepare food and beverages for sale; Set-up plates, trays and utensils; count food items including milk, juices and leftovers. Stock condiments, food items and paper goods; assist in the storage and rotation of supplies in storage areas; unload deliveries as assigned; assist with ordering food items as assigned.
• Assists with ordering and communicating kitchen needs. May transport food and supplies as needed. Communicate kitchen needs, concerns, and operational issues to the Kitchen Manager. Prepare and maintain routine records and forms related to assigned activities including daily production sheets, daily temperature forms, and meal count sheets and assisting inventories as assigned. Complete and maintain all required production records, logs, and kitchen management paper work accurately and on time. Operate Point of Sales system and/or cash register; may collect money, accurately make change and count money.
• Maintain positive relationships with building staff and any substitutes. Bending, lifting, and over head work required. Ability to stand for long periods at a time. Ability to work significant temperature variations. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Reports To: Cafeteria Manager, Food Service Coordinator, and Food & Nutrition Director

Rate of Pay: Starting at $17.58 per hour

Start Date: As soon as possible

Hours: 40 hours per week

Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Certificated Personnel.

Method of Application: Internal and external applicants apply online and upload required documents.

Physical Demands: Frequently required to stand, talk or hear, sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. Responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: Plymouth-Canton Community School district is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Terms of Employment: Criminal history background check required.

Deadline: Open until filled

Posted: 9/30/26