Food Service Lead

ASRC Federal Field Services provides logistical support at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in North Charleston (FLETC Federal Complex off of Spruill Avenue).

We are looking for a Food Service Lead that demonstrates skills and abilities significantly greater than a Food Service Worker both in technical skills and leadership abilities. This requires knowledge and skills of the full range of food service operations found in a large cafeteria and assumes the key leadership role in the absence of the Director and Assistant Director, maintaining and enforcing sanitation, safety standards and assuring customer service. 

Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must pass a background investigation, and physical exam.
• Must be able to work evening and weekend hours.
• Must possess excellent customer service values.
• Must be punctual and have great attendance.

Preferred Experience: 

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in supervisory position or lead capacity.
• Valid Serv Safe Food Handler’s Certification 

Responsibilities:

• Leads, plans, assists, and reviews the work of staff responsible for performing a variety of tasks in the efficient operation of the food service program including setting up serving areas, setting up steam tables and ice trays, and setting out food and beverages; plans, organizes, and implements activities of assigned food service area; adjusts assignments.
• Provides lead support to employees in their areas of work including proper food service methods, procedures, and techniques; instructs others in food preparation.
• Verifies the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Assists in the opening and closing of the assigned area; turns on lights and starts assigned ovens.
• Operates and/or oversees the operation of the computerized point of sale system (POS), trains others in cash register procedures and operation; accounts for register receipts; counts money; opens and/or closes register.
• Maintains and/or ensures work areas are maintained in a sanitary manner; removes and stacks dirty dishes; washes and cleans steam tables; cleans sink and eating surfaces; sweeps and mops; cleans and stores utensils, pots, coffee urns, trays and kitchen equipment,
• Maintains inventory of food and supplies; informs manager when inventory is low through main office or directly to vendor; inspects foods for standards of quality.
• Maintains a variety of records and reports including positional checklists, safety and sanitation logs, and other relevant records 
• Responds to inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Operate cash register and maintain cash control procedures and practices
• Perform other duties related to the primary job duties