Elementary Assistant Lead

Overview

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Position /

Title:

Assistant Lead | Bargaining Unit: SEIU | Department/

Location:

Food & Nutrition Services | Work Days: 190 |

Reports To:

Elementary Field Manager | JD Revision Date: 05/02/2025

• Responsible for all daily duties related to the preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch and any after school meals.
• Adheres to the National School Breakfast and National School Lunch Programs as well as any after school program guidelines and requirements in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
• Display professionalism and provide excellent customer service at all times.
• May be required to leave the main work site on occasion for meetings, workshops and trainings as needed.
• Prepare, distribute and manage all school meal programs following local, state and federal guidelines.
• Distributes/Posts monthly menus.
• Assist with weekly projections to order all meals and supplies from the Commissary.
• Assist with maintaining accurate daily production records and monthly inventory; submit all reports as needed on a daily, weekly or monthly basis, meeting all timelines set by management.
• With guidance from the Lead, fiscally responsible for maintaining inventory amounts as set by the Director of the department.
• Responsible for proper receiving and storage of all products upon delivery using correct FIFO/FEFO procedures.
• Complete daily bookkeeping tasks, including sales reports/student-staff meal payments, negative student balance letters, reconciling totals for accuracy and closing/balancing all service lines.
• Assist with banking monies and accurate deposits.
• Consistent cleaning and maintenance of all kitchen and cafeteria equipment; pass internal site reviews and ISBE/Health department inspections without any critical violations.
• Assist with marketing the breakfast and lunch programs as directed by management, including helping form a Youth Advisory Council and holding monthly meetings.
• Learn in detail all aspects of the job and work with the Lead to maintain shared responsibilities.
• In the absence of the Lead, step in and perform all aspects of the job as backup.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Valid Certified Professional Food Manager Certification (formerly sanitation certificate). Certification shall be obtained by the start of the second school term of employment.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English written/verbal) preferred

• Experience preferred in a position of responsibility in the Food Service industry and customer service.
• Computer proficiency preferred.
• Knowledge of district and department software programs a bonus.
• Accuracy in handling money (cashiering, banking, etc.).
• Ability to demonstrate both verbal and written communication.
• Ability to develop a working relationship with staff and principal within the school you are assigned.
• Ability to communicate on a consistent basis with the school office/staff any pertinent information that will affect meal programs (e.g., menu changes, allergies, field trips).
• Ability to use Gmail and respond to email in a timely manner.
• Strong speaking abilities and the capacity to express thoughts and ideas clearly.
• Hold a State of Illinois Food Handler card and demonstrate knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job; if certification is not current, must obtain within 30 days of employment.

• Work indoors in a busy kitchen environment with exposure to noise, heat, cleaning solutions and cooking fumes.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. with proper technique.
• Wear appropriate uniform and shoes as required.

• This is a 10-month position with hours varying due to specific buildings’ breakfast and lunch schedules. Salary and benefits are as established by the SEIU collective bargaining agreement.
• Must complete all FNS and District mandated tutorials, monthly safety training, and department-sponsored training per USDA requirements by due dates.
• Must adhere to all Blackout dates according to the Food and Nutrition Calendar.
• Attend all back-to-school and professional development meetings/training required.
• Maintain a positive attendance record as specified in the FNS Department Handbook & SEIU contract.

• 190 Calendar Days
• 5.0 hours per day – Split shift
• 7:30-9:00 and 10:15-1:45
• $16.25 Starting Pay
• Pension Eligible