Catering Specialist 01538

Job DetailsFSLA: Non-Exempt; Classified

Reports to: Director, Child Nutrition

Job Title Code: 01538

Date Prepared: April, 2018

Salary Grade: F01 $14.25-$20.96

Posting ID Catering Specialist 01538

Title Catering SpecialistDescription PURPOSE OF JOB: Organizing and overseeing all district catering events, recipe/menu development, marketing of the catering program, product ordering, inventory management, preparation and service of meals to students, guests, and community of KCPS.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinates and prepares all catering events, to include meal prep and set up.

Develop menus and recipes that meet the expectations of our

Determine the labor, food, and supply cost of all menu Price events according to the cost of menu items, the market, customer expectations, and profitability.

Maintain fiscal responsibility by controlling labor, food, and supply

Order weekly supplies based on materials on hand and forecasted production

Ensure successful operation of catering events including preparation of food, delivery, set-up, service, and clean-up.

Prepare food following standardized recipes, preparation, and serving

Utilize work simplification

Exhibit knowledge of operation of all equipment in the

Assure product is cooked and held at proper temperature for highest quality food

Load, deliver, and unload food and equipment in district van to various locations across the Kansas City School

Set-up catering events according to the type of event (i.e. lunch buffet, served dinner) and style

(i.e. disposable, china) in a logical and eye appealing manner according to instructions. Ensure proper serving utensils are available.

Keep food and supplies stocked during Meet customer needs as they arise.

Clean-up catering events in a way that is not disturbing to

Send information on completed events to FNS Office on a timely basis for

Schedule, train, supervise, and direct the work of catering assistants and/or student

Market the catering program and generate new business by utilizing verbal, written, and electronic communication with district

Maintain high standards of sanitation in compliance to Health Department

Maintain high personal

Maintain high standards of safety in the

Report maintenance needs or equipment malfunctions to

Responsible for working in a courteous and cooperative manner with assistant director, café managers, coworkers, school staff, students, and

Follow the policies and procedures set by the school district and the Food and Nutrition Services Department.

Assist with food production and service to insure that meals served are nutritionally adequate, meet high standards for flavor and appearance and meet all Federal requirements and District directives.

Work cooperatively with Supervisor at preparation site for accurate amounts of food to be delivered. Assist with ordering appropriate food, supplies and equipment in correct quantities for the cafeteria as

Assist with training in the professional development of cafeteria Provide leadership in maintaining good working relationships within the cafeteria.

Follow food service menus and directives in preparing school Keep accurate food production records daily as assigned. Record leftovers, store properly and utilize effectively as directed by manager.

Other duties as required or

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as lead for catering activities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSAny combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to the completion of a high school

Three (3) years experience in quantity food

Must be able to prepare/cook food from scratch and deliver great presentation and taste.

Ability to lift/push 100 pounds with

Must be able to work independently under limited supervision, manage multiple tasks, and work calmly and effectively under

Must be able to quickly identify problems and determine

Must have great attention to detail and commitment to quality food and

Must be able to continue to develop and grow a catering

Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of school district personnel, students, parents, vendors, and the

Must be able to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the FNS Manager in the kitchen where a catering food is being prepared or where an event is being

Must have strong verbal and written communication

Must have a demonstrated knowledge of computer skills including MS

Must possess the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical attributes necessary to perform the essential functions of the

Must have a valid driver's license, insurable, and ability to drive a district

Must be able to work a flexible schedule: early mornings, weekends, summers, etc, as needed to support catering needs.

Must be able to be re-assigned to work in non-catering areas of the FNS Department as

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate or

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Training and certification in a Culinary Arts Program

Experience in catering and or food service preparing for a full service company.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job requires that the employee be able to sit, stand for long periods, speak, hear use hands, fingers, reach with hands and fingers, bend, stoop, lift objects of at least 40 pounds.

Length of work year: 12 Months/8 Hours

Benefits: Retirement Programs, Health and Dental Insurance are provided.



Primary Location:
Various Locations- Food Service
Salary Range:
$14.25 - $20.96 / Per Hour
Shift Type:
Full-Time