Equal Opportunity Employer
GARDE MANGER
| DEPARTMENT: Food Services | SALARY SCHEDULE: Education Support Professional |
| LOCATION: Metro Tech | WORK YEAR: 10 Months |
GRADE 12
STARTING HOURLY RATE: $25.94 - $27.13 (PLACEMENT DEPENDS ON SIMILAR EXPERIENCE HELD AND EDUCATION)
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 28,000 students and 4,000 employees in Arizona’s capital city. With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings, PXU’s schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.
SUMMARY:
The Garde Manger assists Head Chef with regular kitchen duties and instructing students in the different kitchen skills and appliances. Prepares snacks, lunches, and catering for special events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepares food for lunches, snacks, catering, parties, and snack carts for the week.
- Participates in kitchen cleanup; washes dishes and organizes kitchen supplies.
- Plans menus for upcoming events.
- Instructs students on kitchen safety, proper appliance and tool uses, food service regulations and requirements, and methods of preparing food for single servings, large parties, and banquets.
- Assists with preparing weekly order request forms and meal planning for the upcoming week.
- Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information; follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.
The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND three years of restaurant or food service and hospitality experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
License and Certification Requirements:
Must possess a ServSafe Manger certification at the time of hire.
Possess an active Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card or obtain one within the first 90 workdays of employment.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Skill in planning, prioritizing, and completing assignments with minimum supervision.
- Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Skill in operating a variety of commercial kitchen appliances.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.
- Ability to identify and correct safety hazards in the kitchen.
- Ability to maintain compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
- Ability to type and enter data with speed and accuracy.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to provide excellent customer experiences, including but not limited to interacting tactfully and courteously with the public.
- Commitment to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for students and staff.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to use initiative within organizational policies, procedures and guidelines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a commercial kitchen environment and requires exposure to hot and cold temperatures, potentially dangerous equipment, and hazardous chemicals. May be required to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
WHY WORK AT PXU
The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the state’s largest employers. Our 4,000 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment.
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| | - Comprehensive Employee Benefits
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- Participation in Arizona State Retirement System
| - Education Loan Forgiveness (If eligible)
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- Vacation and Personal Leave Plans (for eligible positions)
| - Paid Winter and Spring Breaks
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The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business.
DIVISION: | SUPERVISION RECEIVED: | SUPERVISION GIVEN: |
Finance | Principal or Head Chef | None |
Action | Prepared by: | Reviewed by: | Effective Date |
Revised | PSPC | GB/CEA/Talent | 07/01/2021 |
