Director, Food Service

Responsible for the overall operation of the cafeteria and all food service at the HTC main campus in Skokie and more limited food service at HTC’s Blitstein Institute (Chicago) and Fargo (Skokie) campuses and other events off-campus. This position owns final responsibility for ensuring that HTC provides well-balanced, nutritious, adequately-portioned, enjoyable meals to our students and staff.

JOB RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Oversee day-to-day operation of HTC’s food service (three meals a day, seven days per week) for school year and Yeshiva HaKayitz overnight camp, working a primary schedule per the following general hours:
  • Mondays – Thursdays: 9 AM – 5 PM
  • Fridays:/Saturdays: “Out” Shabbos: Friday 9 AM – 2 PM
                                                    “In” Shabbos: Friday 9 AM – 2 PM, dinner, and Shabbos (Sat.) lunch
• Help hire and manage food service staff
• Plan menu, order food and supplies, and maintain inventory records
• Serve as lead cook for lunch during the week
• Oversee cooking/food preparation of breakfast and dinner; help when needed (especially during Kayitz)
• Maintain clean, organized and efficient food service areas
• Develop food service budget and monitor expenses to stay within budget; present budget to HTC finance committee during the budget process
• Manage interactions with, and inspections by, outside agencies (e.g., Village of Skokie Department of Health); ensure compliance and manage paperwork in a timely and appropriate manner
• Enter bills and financial information into Touro’s online Banner platform
• Interact with HTC staff and lay leaders as necessary regarding food service planning for special events
• Coordinate and provide food service for special events at any HTC campus, or off campus, including but not limited to:
  • Fundraising and community events, some off campus, including:
    • Simchas Torah
    • Shabbos of Chizuk
    • Lectures
  • School-related events (FYHS, and Men’s and Women’s Colleges):
    • Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur & Shavuos meals
    • Shabbatons
    • Parent-Teacher conferences, Open Houses
    • Student trips
    • Holiday program meals associated with Rosh Chodesh, Chanukah, Lag B’Omer, Purim etc.
    • End-of-year events (Siyum, Graduations, etc.)
  • Special events, including board/staff meetings, visits from outside agency representatives (e.g., JUF), and/or simchas for HTC staff

REQUIREMENTS:

Education, Preparation, and Training

• High school diploma or higher
• 5 years of experience in cafeteria and/or food service management
• Strong familiarity with the dietary laws of kosher food and knowledge of Orthodox Jewish customs and practices
• Experience in a commercial kosher kitchen
• Experience in hashgacha a plus
• Serv-Safe certification
  
  

Skills

• Excellent ability to schedule and prioritize

• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities under fast-paced or emergency situations
• Leadership abilities evidenced by success working in a diverse team-oriented environment
• Highly visible manager who works collaboratively within the organization and provides an extensive degree of direction, coordination and support to other constituents
• Ability to effectively manage conflict
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, and a basic understanding of the other functional problems related to the organizational components of the College

Physical Demands

• Extensive Use of Computers
• Extensive time sitting and standing
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office

Travel

• Infrequent travel to HTC’s other campuses