Child Nutrition Program, Assistant Manager - Morris Avenue Intermediate

JOB TITLE: Child Nutrition Program Assistant Manager

REPORTS TO: Principal, CNP Director, CNP Manager

ANNUAL CALENDAR DAYS: 9 months, 187 days, 6 hours/day

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge of Child Nutrition Program guidelines and regulations.

Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.

Ability to use technology as required to perform job responsibilities.

Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to assist in the supervision and development of assigned personnel according to school system procedures.

Ability to demonstrate leadership, organization, collaboration, and planning skills to accomplish school goals and job requirements.

Ability to possess and maintain food safety certification provided by the Lee County Health Department and/or the National Restaurant Association.

Strength, stamina, agility, dexterity, and acuity to perform job responsibilities safely and effectively.

Ability, agility and stamina to engage in prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, turning, reaching, and repetitive lifting up to 60 pounds.

Ability to lift objects weighing up to 60 pounds.

Ability and willingness to work after hours, weekends, or holidays when necessary.

Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.

Such alternative qualifications to those listed as the Board may require.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Demonstrate support for the school system and its goals and priorities.

Assist in preparation and service of food according to the written menu of the day.

Participate in and assist in supervising job rotation/schedule as assigned by the CNP Manager or Supervisor.

Assist CNP Manager in ensuring the smooth function of activities during mealtimes and filling in where necessary.

Assist CNP Manager in taking inventory, reporting, ordering food and supplies, and following menus.

Demonstrate skill and knowledge in operation of and maintenance techniques for all food service equipment.

Notify the CNP Manager when food staples or supplies need replenishing.

Assist in the general cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas.

Assist in storing commodities and other food and supplies.

Assume manager's responsibilities when the CNP Manager is absent.

Observe proper sanitation measures necessary in preparing, serving and storing food.

Observe safety precautions in the kitchen and related work areas.

Cooperate with the Principal, CNP Manager, and the CNP Supervisor in maintaining high standards in the food service program.

Wors cooperatively with co-workers, teachers, parents, and deals effectively with students.

Follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with others.

Assist school CNP staff in interpreting the goals and objectives of the school food service program to students, teachers, parents and community members.

Cooperate with health officials in supporting all local and state public health laws and codes.

Participate in and promote in-service training, conferences, and continuing educational programs for self-improvement and for other CNP personnel.

Maintain professional appearance and dress appropriate for school food service program: uniform, hair net/hat, closed-toe shoes with non-skid soles, etc.

Model and encourage CNP employees to observe high standards of grooming, safety, and effective work habits.

Use computer software/technology for CNP operations as assigned.

Demonstrate professional ethics and effective leadership.

Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.

Demonstrate initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.

Respond to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.

Maintain and submit required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.

Properly care for equipment and material resources of the school system.

Use effective collaboration skills to work as an effective team member.

Adhere to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.

Report absences and take leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY

Employment is for 9 months, 187 days, 6 hours per day. Salary to be determined, and to commensurate with the salary matrix, credentials, and experience.

Evaluation: Performances will be evaluated in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

PLEASE NOTE

All candidates must submit to a background check. Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by the Alabama State Department of Education.

The Opelika Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law.

The Opelika Board of Education is required by law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Opelika City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.