Job Description

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, located 20 minutes north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. With 9 exceptional schools serving 6,400 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, Centennial students score significantly higher than the state averages in reading and math. The district's high school graduation rate of 97% is at the top of Minnesota's rankings.

Centennial's schools are safe and filled with respectful students who are a wonderful reflection of and contributors to the community. The district's vibrant learning environments and personalized, team approach supports the strengths and addresses the challenges of each individual student. The curriculum throughout E-12 is focused on the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Importantly, Centennial is distinguished by its use of data to drive achievement, its innovative use of technology, and its exceptional faculty, 78% of whom hold a master's degree.

A transparent and good steward of public resources, Centennial is guided by a strategic plan developed in collaboration with staff, parents, and community members. As a district that encourages, listens and responds, Centennial is the pride of our five communities with 86% of resident students choosing Centennial, nearly 90% of parents rating teachers as "excellent," and 91% saying students are well prepared for college.

POSITION: Assistant Cook Manager

LOCATION: Centennial High School - East Campus

START DATE: ASAP

HOURS: 6.5 hours/day - 6:30 am to 1:00 pm

DESCRIPTION AND DETAILS:

Assists Cook Manager with coordinating and leading kitchen operations by directing food production while ensuring compliance with federal compliance standards, safety and sanitation standards and nutritional standards by performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in managing food production, meal accountability to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while meeting high standards of quality, nutrition and wellness
• Assist in conducting taste testing with students
• Assist in ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation rules
• Assist in managing kitchen use for catering operations and compliance with state and federal regulations
• Provide high level of customer service
• Attend monthly meetings for managers and conferences to enhance professional growth and awareness
• Assist in providing staff development related to food production and equipment as needed
• Perform monthly usage reports
• Assist with food ordering or supplies
• Order and fill vending machines. Count deposits.
• Follow and ensure staff comply with health department, USDA, local, state and federal regulations
• Other duties as assigned by the Cook Manager or Director of Food Services

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly (67-100% of the time) required to stand; use hands to fingers, handles or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently (34-66% of the time) is required to walk and stoop. The employee is occasionally (0-33% of the time) is required to climb. The employee must regularly (67-100% of the time) lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently (34-66% of the time) lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally (0-33% of the time) lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

QUALIFICATIONS (EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Obtain Level 3 certificate from School Nutrition Association within 90 days of hire
• Obtain Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager license within 90 days of hire
• At least 3 years of food service experience - preferred

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Days school is in session plus 3 days before the school year, 1 maintenance day during the school year and 1 day after the school year.

REPORTS TO: Director of Food Service

WAGES:

Salary starts at $20.35 an hour with additional Assistant Manager Wage of $2.00 an hour

BENEFITS:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Pension (PERA)

403 (B) Retirement Plan

Paid Sick Time

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Internal and external applicants must apply on our website at www.isd12.org. Click on "Apply" at the upper right of the page to begin the application process. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.

Centennial School District ISD12 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.