Abolished
6/15/08

FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR 

4507R1

Pay Grade: 16

DEFINITION OF WORK

Summary

This is first line supervisory work over one or more units of food preparation.

Standard Classification Factors

Supervision Received - LEVEL C: "Under direction…" Employees at this level usually receive a general outline of the work to be performed and are generally free to develop their own sequences and methods within the scope of established policies. New, unusual, or complex work situations are almost always referred to a superior for advice. Work is periodically checked for progress and conformance to established policies and requirements.

Difficulty - LEVEL C: Considerable… Duties which require a high degree of concentration because of the many factors which must be considered and weighed before a decision can be reached. Usually positions that require planning, developing, and coordinating programs and directing fairly large groups of people fall into this category.

Complexity - LEVEL C: Work is of a standardized nature that may involve a variety of duties. Analytical thought becomes more important at this level due to increased data and changing situations. Tasks usually have several steps, some of which may not be directly related. Alternatives may exist for processes or methods to be used in solving problems. Workers at this level exercise a moderate amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by routine review and reporting to or consultation with supervisors. When guidelines exist at this level, they tend to be more complicated or technical in nature requiring careful interpretation.

Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL C: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are limited in scope and effect as the work is reviewed occasionally. Errors may cause moderate inefficiency. Costs due to errors may be significant.

Contacts - LEVEL B: The purpose of the contact is to plan, coordinate and advise on work efforts, interpret guidelines or instructions, elicit opinions or give guidance on the basis of facts to resolve common issues or problems when the information is not sensitive in nature or the individuals or groups are working toward mutual goals and have basically cooperative attitudes. Well developed communication skills are required.

Physical Demands - LEVEL C: The work requires moderate physical exertion.

Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible.

Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL C: Typically involves limited supervisory responsibility which entails performing as a "first line supervisor" for a small number of employees. Supervision is not the primary responsibility of the job. Responsibility includes training, instructing, scheduling, and reviewing work and recommending hiring and disciplinary actions to a higher level of authority.

Distinguishing Features

Differs from the Cook Senior class which is full performance as a lead cook for a specific production area or shift.

Differs from the Food Service Supervisor Senior class which is responsible for the supervision of multiple work units.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Plans, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of subordinate staff, students, inmates and/or clients performing a variety of cooking, baking and food preparation tasks and operating a variety of standard food preparation equipment.

Plans menus; reviews recipes, special diets and other food requests; approves daily requisitioning of foodstuffs.

Prepares production schedules based on knowledge of equipment and employee capability and knowledge of food preparation times; instructs subordinates in the preparation of foods for special diets.

Inspects food from time of delivery through its dispersal to maintain standards of nutritional value, appearance and flavor; controls food distribution to serving areas and individual portion control.

Oversees the cleanliness and sanitation of the work area and kitchen in order to maintain department according to standard.

Personally prepares and serves food and instructs subordinates in the preparation and serving of food as necessary and/or on a demonstration/ training basis.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Knowledge

*Knowledge of health sanitation, safety and security and their application to a large scale food service program.

*Knowledge of large scale food preparation, service techniques, procedures, and food service management.

*Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in preparing and serving food on a large scale.

Knowledge of the principles of inventory control.

Knowledge of foods and application of dietary standards.

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of supervision.

*Knowledge of food quality standards and of health, sanitation, and safety procedures.

*Knowledge of foods and food preparation.

*Knowledge of the operation and care of kitchen equipment.

Knowledge of food values.

Knowledge of large volume food preparation and procedures and of food quality standards.

Knowledge of methods and materials used in large scale baking.

Knowledge of bakery equipment.

Knowledge of modern health and safety practices used in a bakery.

Knowledge of meat cutting techniques.

Knowledge of safety and sanitary measures involved in meat handling.

Knowledge of meat cutting equipment.

*Knowledge of equipment, materials, and ability to understand the methods employed in food service.

Abilities

Ability to work effectively with fellow workers and others.

*Ability to learn the use and care of equipment, materials, utensils, and methods employed in food service.

*Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of subordinate personnel.

Ability to develop and maintain quality food standards.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates.

Ability to keep records and prepare reports.

*Ability to accurately weigh and measure ingredients.

*Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing.

Ability to organize and clearly express information in concise written form and to maintain records and prepare reports.

*Ability to assign and supervise the work of subordinates and to train and instruct employees.

Ability to perform basic math computations.

Ability to supervise and instruct baking operations.

Ability to work long hours in rooms at high temperatures.

Ability to maintain and organize filing and record keeping systems.

*Necessary at Entry

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

One year of experience in commercial/institutional cooking. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

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