FOOD UNIT LEAD (FULL TIME)

We are hiring immediately for a full time Food Unit Lead position. Location: Career Academy Network of Public Schools - 306 West Marion Street, South Bend, IN 46601. Online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time schedule; days may vary, 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM. More details upon interview. Requirement: Previous supervisory experience is required, and a ServSafe Certification is preferred. Fixed Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour. Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available. Job Summary Coordinates activities of other food‑service employees. Creates an enjoyable dining experience for customers, staff, and visitors. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides quality customer service by giving one‑on‑one attention to detail. Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in accordance with company standards for presentation, sanitation, safety and portion control. Helps plan menus. Ensures timely, efficient meal service; supervises serving of meals. Responds to customer complaints in person at the time of the complaint and via email for electronic complaints. Trains employees; assigns and coordinates work of employees to promote efficiency and excellence in food and service. Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites workflow. Uses proper systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory‑cash reports‑production records, payroll and time‑keeping. Is responsible for proper cash handling as established by the Food Accounting Manual (deposits‑petty cash‑change funds). Orders food and other necessary supplies from approved sources or purveyors. Directs and participates in the overall sanitation and safety of the facility and employees in accordance with company standards and government regulations. Develops sanitation schedule and ensures food‑service employees adhere to the schedule for cleaning of kitchen and dining area and washing of kitchen utensils and equipment. Issues written and oral instructions. Assists with selection and orientation of employees; oversees staff training in areas of responsibility. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Previous supervisory experience required. ServSafe Certification preferred. Ability to work full time and adapt to variable schedule. Strong communication and customer service skills. Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safety regulations. Ability to coordinate and train staff effectively. Benefits Retirement Plan Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program Medical coverage Dental coverage Vision coverage Life Insurance/AD Disability Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Chartwells K‑12 is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience, without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the role based on business necessity. #J-18808-Ljbffr