Cafeteria Manager

PRIMARY FUNCTION

To prepare and serve nutritious meals for students, faculty and staff, and coordinate the work related activities in the kitchen and cafeteria.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics or related areas.
• Minimum of two years experience in cafeteria/restaurant management.
• Identify areas where current provision is in need of revision or imKnowledge of the principles of food management, nutrition, sanitation and applicable safety regulations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualification: Masters Degree in Home Economics or related field.
• Working Experience
• Catering for events such as business meetings, formals, and large groups
• Innovative with meals and creating new dishes that are fresh and healthy for a large amount of people
• Creating a diverse menu

REPORTS TO: Dean in the School of Nursing

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works with and at the direction of the Dean in the School of Nursing to fulfill other duties as deemed appropriate for the proper functioning of the cafeteria.
• Supervises and instructs kitchen personnel in the safe, proper, and efficient use of all kitchen equipment.
• Prepares daily meals according to a planned menu and to standards set forth by the nutritional goals as set by the University Health Leadership Committee.
• Must participate in university related activities. Must be an active member of the University Health Leadership Committee.
• Processes all delivery receipts, bank deposits, payroll, and daily sales records as directed and in accordance with university procedures.
• Requisitions food inventory and verifies receipt of food shipments.
• Supervises the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment and utensils and the sanitary condition of the food preparation and serving areas.
• Orders all necessary supplies and maintains a monthly inventory.
• Submits a monthly financial report to the Dean by the 5th day of each month.
• Reports immediately to the Dean any problem or accident occurring in the kitchen or cafeteria area.
• Assumes responsibility for the security of food and supplies.
• Reviews and processes all financial reports as required.
• Develops a budget to ensure a balanced budget.
• Submits all financial invoices/receipts in a timely manner.
• Cooperates and communicates with other staff, public, and students to promote a positive climate.

Managing people and resources

• As module leader or programme leader, co-ordinate with others (such as support staff or academic colleagues) to ensure student needs and expectations are met.
• Manage projects relating to own area of work and the organisation of external activities such as placements and field trips.
• Mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development.
• Co-ordinate the work of others to ensure modules are delivered to the standards required.

OTHER

• Performs other duties as may be assigned (Such as teaching a nutrition course in the school of nursing)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The usual and customary method of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling, significant fine finger dexterity and repetitive motion in arms and hands. Generally, the job requires 60% standing and 40% walking. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be determined by the Board.