Job Summary

The Georgia Department of Education - Georgia School for the Blind is searching for an Assist Food Services Manager This position supervises, guides, and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. This position will supervise the cooking, preparation, serving, and storage of food.

Job Duties

• Plans, schedules, prioritize and assign work to food service workers
• Submits food supply requisition and monitors the quality of food service
• Conducts facility and equipment sanitation and maintenance inspections 
• Cleans work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Cleans, peels, slices and trims foodstuffs using manual and electric appliances
• Ensures food service equipment is properly operated and maintained
• Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations
• Observes safety, sanitation and health rules and standards
• Performs and/or supervises the cooking, preparation and temporary storage of food and beverages
• Replenishes supplies of food, condiments, and equipment at steam tables and service bars
• Ensure that all foods are stored properly in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage 
• Supervises meal service and distribution, including the set up and disassembly of dining area

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess the following:

•  Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
• Three (3) years full-time experience in food preparation and quantity cooking in a full-service     restaurant or institutional kitchen experience in a commercial food operation, one (1) year of which was as a lead worker or supervisor.
• Hold or obtain Serve Safe Certification or equivalent within 90 days of employment and keep valid certification throughout duration of employment [requires renewal every five (5) years]
• Ability to establish and/or implement sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, read and follow directions and meet all safety regulations
• Ability to use relevant software applications
• Strong written and verbal communication and proficient computer skills
•  Ability to stand for periods of up to three (3) hours without breaks

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews. Due to the large volume of applications received, we cannot provide application status information.

It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices.  The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify.