SUPERVISOR FOOD SERVICE AREA OPERATIONS

  

DEFINITION


       Under direction of a supervisory official in the Department of
  Human Services, supervises the operations and maintenance of one or
  more dining rooms, or a commissary food service function to include
  proper service of food, preparation of light meals or fast food,
  maintenance of cleanliness in both the food service and preparation
  areas, and the assignment and direct supervision of subordinate
  employees; does related work as required.

  
EXAMPLES OF WORK:


       Directly supervises, assigns, and evaluates the work of senior
  food service workers, or other subordiante employees engaged in the
  service of food and the cleaning of food service, and preparation
  areas, utensils, dishes, silverware, furniture, and equipment.

       Organizes and manages the serving of food to clients in a timely,
  clean, efficient, and safe manner.

       Assures that food storage, preparation, and service areas are
  maintained in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.

       Collects data and compiles reports to immediate supervisor on
  number of meals served, time expended by subordinates, and the
  condition of food service area premises, equipment, utensils, dishes,
  silverware, and furniture.

       Maintains inventory listing of food service area furniture,
  utensils, equipment, dishes, silverware, and related supplies.

       Plans, organizes, and assigns the work of the organization unit,
  and evaluates employee performance and conduct, enabling the effective
  recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting, and disciplining of
  subordinates.

       Prepares and submits to supervisor recommendations on how to
  improve the service of food to clients.

       As required, performs or supervises the performance of the service
  and preparation of light meals and/or fast foods served in a
  commissory/cafeteria type operation.

       Maintains essential operating files and records on food service
  area operations, as required.

       Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
  and/or manual recording and computerized information system used by the
  agency, office, or related units.

  REQUIREMENTS:

           EXPERIENCE:

           Two (2) years of experience in general kitchen work including
  the preparation of light meals.

       LICENCE

           Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid
  in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee
  mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

  KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

           Knowledge of procedural measures to maintain proper levels of
  cleanliness and sanitation in food preparation and service areas.

           Knowledge of the methods used to pressure and store a variety
  of foods.

           Knowledge of food service procedures appropriate for the
  serving of meals to a hundred or more people.

           Ability to assign, instruct, evaluate, and supervise
  subordinates engaged in lower level kitchen and/or food
  preparation/service related tasks.

           Ability to recognize food that is spoiled and limited in shelf
  life.

           Ability to prepare and submit routine reports containing
  recommendations.

           Ability to maintain essential records and files.

           Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
  manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or
  related units.

           Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in
  English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.  American
  Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of
  communication.

       Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long
  as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable
  accommodation is made to their known limitations.  If the accommodation
  cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such
  persons may not be eligible.

  CODES: 10/R11-44705                           DDC             05/10/95