Mission
EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). Our mission as the RESC in western Connecticut to is to promote the success of area school districts and their communities. EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives. In addition, EdAdvance operates five specialized school programs for students who are requiring educational placement outside of their district.
To achieve our mission, we are committed to the “Three Cs”:
Connection-We actively listen to, engage with, and learn from our colleagues within the agency and our constituents across the region and state. This fosters and strengthens partnerships, leading to true understanding of our region.
Culture-We strive to achieve “Systemness”, where everyone embraces and is committed to the success of our agency as a whole. This internal climate of cooperation is evident to our school district and community partners.
Customization-We focus on “Culture” and “Connection” to increase our capacity to provide flexible solutions, services, and supports tailored to the unique needs of the school districts and communities we serve and at the level of excellence they expect.

The EdAdvance Cafeteria Manager works under the supervision of the Food Service Director in the Division of Operations.

This position is a full time academic calendar position.

Position open until filled / Anticipated start date March 10, 2023

Position Description:
The Cafeteria Manager will oversee all aspects of the school cafeteria. Candidate should be knowledgeable in National School Lunch Program, safety and sanitation, and possess strong customer service skills.

• Oversee the preparation of meals for the National School Lunch and Breakfast program
• Ability to cook as required
• Other duties as may be assigned
• Occasional flexible or additional hours may be needed
• Regular and consistent attendance is considered an essential function of this position

Major Responsibilities:

• Tasks include preparing food which may involve basic cooking, serving food to students, cleaning kitchen equipment and putting away stock / deliveries.
• Performs assigned tasks in designated areas
• Follows all sanitation and health codes governing food preparation and personal appearance
• Works with hot ovens, sharp tools, slippery floors, and some heavy lifting
• Requires general knowledge of food and nutrition
• Other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Qualified food operators’ certificate or the ability to become certified
• Strong organizational skills are a must
• Knowledge of food, nutrition and methods of quantity cooking
• Ability to operate and care for institutional equipment
• Basic Computer skills
• Ability to keep all records as directed
• Be cognizant of acceptable public relations techniques and possess good judgment
• Ability to delegate authority and to communicate with other department personnel
• Aptitude for working in a program serving children

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work entire shift on your feet
• Must be able to push and pull carts

Application Procedure :
Applications should be submitted for consideration by visiting the EdAdvance employment page at, http://edadvance.org/about-us/employment, and click on the APPLY button next to the job posting of interest.

Human Resources
EdAdvance
P.O. Box 909
Litchfield, CT 06759-0909

EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, veteran, marital or familial status, ancestry, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. To file a complaint of discrimination write USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, Washington, DC 20250-9410