Position Summary: Penske has an exciting summer seasonal opportunity to work as a Commercial Reservations Specialist during the months of May through August. In the Seasonal Commercial Reservations Sales Representative role, we supply commercial truck fleets to some of the largest organizations in the world. We currently seek outgoing, customer focused individuals to become the single point of contact for some of our largest established National Rental Accounts across the country. You'll be part of a dedicated team who will provide a fast, friendly reservation process for our customers. Every phone call you answer is an opportunity to keep product moving to meet deadlines, keep houses being built, food delivered to grocery stores, medicine delivered to hospitals and packages delivered on time! We provide top of the line equipment at the best price possible all while providing a legendary customer experience! Key Requirements: Must be available 40 hours per week, we are open 7 days a week - Monday through Friday 6:00AM-10:00PM, Saturday and Sunday 8:00AM-4:00PM eastern time. As part of your regular schedule, you will need to work a Saturday or a Sunday. If you prefer to work both, that is great! In the seasonal role, you are provided training as well as ongoing access to a trainer and supervisors. Training classes are 2 weeks to include facilitator led, e-learning and on the job. This opportunity will provide additional skills that will help you build your resume Primary Job Tasks: Ability to navigate and use multiple computer programs at once with the ability to troubleshoot. Being self-sufficient with time management. This includes clocking in and out on time. Communicating effectively with daily checking of emails and being available in Microsoft Teams chat Handle inbound calls to include customer service and reservation needs Place outbound calls to rental facilities and to District and Area Rental Managers Meet call quality standards Apply coaching recommendations based on Supervisor's feedback Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required Possess integrity and high moral code to make ethical business decisions. Ability to type, listen and think of an appropriate solution to your customer's needs all while keeping up a lively verbal exchange. And you'll need to be fast - customers don't want to wait. Displays enthusiasm, great voice tone and empathy. Ability to adapt in any situation while remaining positive and calm when faced with difficult obstacles. Ability to successfully follow a sales strategy to overcome customer objections and maximize revenue. Basic math, logic, geography and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to follow specific instructions are also required. Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job. Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required. Physical Requirements: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines. While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. About Penske Truck Leasing Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P., headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a partnership of Penske Corporation, Penske Automotive Group, and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. A leading global transportation services provider, Penske operates more than 260,000 vehicles, employs more than 29,000 people, and serves customers from more than 1,000 locations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Product lines include full-service truck leasing, contract maintenance, commercial and consumer truck rentals, used truck sales, transportation and warehousing management and supply chain management solutions. Visit to learn more. Job Category: Other Corporate Job Family: Customer Experience Address: 100 Gundy Drive Primary Location: US-PA-Reading Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. Req ID: Date posted: 05/14/2024
May 15, 2024
Position Summary: Penske has an exciting summer seasonal opportunity to work as a Commercial Reservations Specialist during the months of May through August. In the Seasonal Commercial Reservations Sales Representative role, we supply commercial truck fleets to some of the largest organizations in the world. We currently seek outgoing, customer focused individuals to become the single point of contact for some of our largest established National Rental Accounts across the country. You'll be part of a dedicated team who will provide a fast, friendly reservation process for our customers. Every phone call you answer is an opportunity to keep product moving to meet deadlines, keep houses being built, food delivered to grocery stores, medicine delivered to hospitals and packages delivered on time! We provide top of the line equipment at the best price possible all while providing a legendary customer experience! Key Requirements: Must be available 40 hours per week, we are open 7 days a week - Monday through Friday 6:00AM-10:00PM, Saturday and Sunday 8:00AM-4:00PM eastern time. As part of your regular schedule, you will need to work a Saturday or a Sunday. If you prefer to work both, that is great! In the seasonal role, you are provided training as well as ongoing access to a trainer and supervisors. Training classes are 2 weeks to include facilitator led, e-learning and on the job. This opportunity will provide additional skills that will help you build your resume Primary Job Tasks: Ability to navigate and use multiple computer programs at once with the ability to troubleshoot. Being self-sufficient with time management. This includes clocking in and out on time. Communicating effectively with daily checking of emails and being available in Microsoft Teams chat Handle inbound calls to include customer service and reservation needs Place outbound calls to rental facilities and to District and Area Rental Managers Meet call quality standards Apply coaching recommendations based on Supervisor's feedback Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required Possess integrity and high moral code to make ethical business decisions. Ability to type, listen and think of an appropriate solution to your customer's needs all while keeping up a lively verbal exchange. And you'll need to be fast - customers don't want to wait. Displays enthusiasm, great voice tone and empathy. Ability to adapt in any situation while remaining positive and calm when faced with difficult obstacles. Ability to successfully follow a sales strategy to overcome customer objections and maximize revenue. Basic math, logic, geography and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to follow specific instructions are also required. Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job. Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required. Physical Requirements: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines. While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. About Penske Truck Leasing Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P., headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a partnership of Penske Corporation, Penske Automotive Group, and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. A leading global transportation services provider, Penske operates more than 260,000 vehicles, employs more than 29,000 people, and serves customers from more than 1,000 locations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Product lines include full-service truck leasing, contract maintenance, commercial and consumer truck rentals, used truck sales, transportation and warehousing management and supply chain management solutions. Visit to learn more. Job Category: Other Corporate Job Family: Customer Experience Address: 100 Gundy Drive Primary Location: US-PA-Reading Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. Req ID: Date posted: 05/14/2024
Job Description Foodservice Kitchen Design & Equipment Sales Associate About Us M. J. Kellner is a locally owned broadline foodservice distributor. We have everything a commercial kitchen needs to operate. We sell to restaurants, nursing homes, hospitals, and schools within a 125-mile radius of Springfield. We have been serving central Illinois for more than 100 years and are proud members of this community. Bill Kellner, our third-generation owner, did not have a 4th generation to carry on the family legacy, so he initiated an Employee Stock Ownership Plan in 2013. On October 31, 2021, the company became 100% employee owned. This is at no cost to our employees and is a very generous retirement benefit for us to look forward to and work hard for every day. We come to work each day to exceed all of our customers' food service needs and to be their most trusted and reliable partner. Summary The Foodservice Kitchen Equipment Associate is responsible for learning from the Equipment Specialist all aspects of large equipment layout and design projects and securing bids for equipment sales. The Specialist is also responsible for learning from the Equipment Manager small wares and all sales matters related to current customers and working to gain new customers for M. J. Kellner's Equipment Division. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responds to projects and bids new projects with guidance from Equipment Specialist Learns to draw kitchen layout and communicates with architect and engineer on project Specifies equipment needs and consults with end user until layout is satisfactory Begins to utilize AutoCAD Provides price quotes to customers through utilization of Auto Quotes database Provides timely and accurate information for product knowledge requests Formally bids on projects, negotiates pricing, secures bid bonds and performance bonds, and learns about competition Completes contracts and other paperwork that may be required if a bid is won Visits job sites to provide specifications on equipment Increases sales revenue to meet assigned targets Keeps informed of new products, services, and other general information of interest to customers Attends all M. J. Kellner Food Shows to maintain product knowledge and network with customers and vendors Receives and resolves customer complaints and troubleshoots problems for customers Calls on potential customers to grow territory Works with the accounting department to communicate the company's credit collection process and attends quarterly credit meetings Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned Competencies Customer Focus Ability to Problem Solve Communication Proficiency Time Management/Organizational Skills Ethical Conduct Flexibility Professional Etiquette Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. This job also operates at customer locations, outdoor, warehouse, restaurant, and kitchen settings. In these settings, it is often difficult to regulate temperature, so extreme heat and cold may be experienced. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office or food products and supplies. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time, exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am 4:30 pm. This position sometimes requires long hours and weekend work. Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected. Required Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent Recognition of advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite Preferred Education and Experience Associate's Degree or better in related field Computer-Aided Design (CAD) certification Professional sales experience Additional Eligibility qualifications None required for this position. AAP/EEO statement M. J. Kellner Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time. Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PI10618af5-
May 16, 2024
Full time
Job Description Foodservice Kitchen Design & Equipment Sales Associate About Us M. J. Kellner is a locally owned broadline foodservice distributor. We have everything a commercial kitchen needs to operate. We sell to restaurants, nursing homes, hospitals, and schools within a 125-mile radius of Springfield. We have been serving central Illinois for more than 100 years and are proud members of this community. Bill Kellner, our third-generation owner, did not have a 4th generation to carry on the family legacy, so he initiated an Employee Stock Ownership Plan in 2013. On October 31, 2021, the company became 100% employee owned. This is at no cost to our employees and is a very generous retirement benefit for us to look forward to and work hard for every day. We come to work each day to exceed all of our customers' food service needs and to be their most trusted and reliable partner. Summary The Foodservice Kitchen Equipment Associate is responsible for learning from the Equipment Specialist all aspects of large equipment layout and design projects and securing bids for equipment sales. The Specialist is also responsible for learning from the Equipment Manager small wares and all sales matters related to current customers and working to gain new customers for M. J. Kellner's Equipment Division. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responds to projects and bids new projects with guidance from Equipment Specialist Learns to draw kitchen layout and communicates with architect and engineer on project Specifies equipment needs and consults with end user until layout is satisfactory Begins to utilize AutoCAD Provides price quotes to customers through utilization of Auto Quotes database Provides timely and accurate information for product knowledge requests Formally bids on projects, negotiates pricing, secures bid bonds and performance bonds, and learns about competition Completes contracts and other paperwork that may be required if a bid is won Visits job sites to provide specifications on equipment Increases sales revenue to meet assigned targets Keeps informed of new products, services, and other general information of interest to customers Attends all M. J. Kellner Food Shows to maintain product knowledge and network with customers and vendors Receives and resolves customer complaints and troubleshoots problems for customers Calls on potential customers to grow territory Works with the accounting department to communicate the company's credit collection process and attends quarterly credit meetings Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned Competencies Customer Focus Ability to Problem Solve Communication Proficiency Time Management/Organizational Skills Ethical Conduct Flexibility Professional Etiquette Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. This job also operates at customer locations, outdoor, warehouse, restaurant, and kitchen settings. In these settings, it is often difficult to regulate temperature, so extreme heat and cold may be experienced. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office or food products and supplies. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time, exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am 4:30 pm. This position sometimes requires long hours and weekend work. Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected. Required Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent Recognition of advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite Preferred Education and Experience Associate's Degree or better in related field Computer-Aided Design (CAD) certification Professional sales experience Additional Eligibility qualifications None required for this position. AAP/EEO statement M. J. Kellner Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time. Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PI10618af5-
Foodservice Kitchen Design & Equipment Sales Associate About Us M. J. Kellner is a locally owned broadline foodservice distributor. We have everything a commercial kitchen needs to operate. We sell to restaurants, nursing homes, hospitals, and schools within a 125-mile radius of Springfield. We have been serving central Illinois for more than 100 years and are proud members of this community. Bill Kellner, our third-generation owner, did not have a 4th generation to carry on the family legacy, so he initiated an Employee Stock Ownership Plan in 2013. On October 31, 2021, the company became 100% employee owned. This is at no cost to our employees and is a very generous retirement benefit for us to look forward to and work hard for every day. We come to work each day to exceed all of our customers' food service needs and to be their most trusted and reliable partner. Summary The Foodservice Kitchen Equipment Associate is responsible for learning from the Equipment Specialist all aspects of large equipment layout and design projects and securing bids for equipment sales. The Specialist is also responsible for learning from the Equipment Manager small wares and all sales matters related to current customers and working to gain new customers for M. J. Kellner's Equipment Division. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responds to projects and bids new projects with guidance from Equipment Specialist Learns to draw kitchen layout and communicates with architect and engineer on project Specifies equipment needs and consults with end user until layout is satisfactory Begins to utilize AutoCAD Provides price quotes to customers through utilization of Auto Quotes database Provides timely and accurate information for product knowledge requests Formally bids on projects, negotiates pricing, secures bid bonds and performance bonds, and learns about competition Completes contracts and other paperwork that may be required if a bid is won Visits job sites to provide specifications on equipment Increases sales revenue to meet assigned targets Keeps informed of new products, services, and other general information of interest to customers Attends all M. J. Kellner Food Shows to maintain product knowledge and network with customers and vendors Receives and resolves customer complaints and troubleshoots problems for customers Calls on potential customers to grow territory Works with the accounting department to communicate the company's credit collection process and attends quarterly credit meetings Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned Competencies Customer Focus Ability to Problem Solve Communication Proficiency Time Management/Organizational Skills Ethical Conduct Flexibility Professional Etiquette Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. This job also operates at customer locations, outdoor, warehouse, restaurant, and kitchen settings. In these settings, it is often difficult to regulate temperature, so extreme heat and cold may be experienced. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office or food products and supplies. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time, exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. This position sometimes requires long hours and weekend work. Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected. Required Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent Recognition of advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite Preferred Education and Experience Associate's Degree or better in related field Computer-Aided Design (CAD) certification Professional sales experience Additional Eligibility qualifications None required for this position. AAP/EEO statement M. J. Kellner Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time. Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PIed9d7-6487
May 16, 2024
Full time
Foodservice Kitchen Design & Equipment Sales Associate About Us M. J. Kellner is a locally owned broadline foodservice distributor. We have everything a commercial kitchen needs to operate. We sell to restaurants, nursing homes, hospitals, and schools within a 125-mile radius of Springfield. We have been serving central Illinois for more than 100 years and are proud members of this community. Bill Kellner, our third-generation owner, did not have a 4th generation to carry on the family legacy, so he initiated an Employee Stock Ownership Plan in 2013. On October 31, 2021, the company became 100% employee owned. This is at no cost to our employees and is a very generous retirement benefit for us to look forward to and work hard for every day. We come to work each day to exceed all of our customers' food service needs and to be their most trusted and reliable partner. Summary The Foodservice Kitchen Equipment Associate is responsible for learning from the Equipment Specialist all aspects of large equipment layout and design projects and securing bids for equipment sales. The Specialist is also responsible for learning from the Equipment Manager small wares and all sales matters related to current customers and working to gain new customers for M. J. Kellner's Equipment Division. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responds to projects and bids new projects with guidance from Equipment Specialist Learns to draw kitchen layout and communicates with architect and engineer on project Specifies equipment needs and consults with end user until layout is satisfactory Begins to utilize AutoCAD Provides price quotes to customers through utilization of Auto Quotes database Provides timely and accurate information for product knowledge requests Formally bids on projects, negotiates pricing, secures bid bonds and performance bonds, and learns about competition Completes contracts and other paperwork that may be required if a bid is won Visits job sites to provide specifications on equipment Increases sales revenue to meet assigned targets Keeps informed of new products, services, and other general information of interest to customers Attends all M. J. Kellner Food Shows to maintain product knowledge and network with customers and vendors Receives and resolves customer complaints and troubleshoots problems for customers Calls on potential customers to grow territory Works with the accounting department to communicate the company's credit collection process and attends quarterly credit meetings Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned Competencies Customer Focus Ability to Problem Solve Communication Proficiency Time Management/Organizational Skills Ethical Conduct Flexibility Professional Etiquette Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. This job also operates at customer locations, outdoor, warehouse, restaurant, and kitchen settings. In these settings, it is often difficult to regulate temperature, so extreme heat and cold may be experienced. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office or food products and supplies. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time, exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. This position sometimes requires long hours and weekend work. Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected. Required Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent Recognition of advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite Preferred Education and Experience Associate's Degree or better in related field Computer-Aided Design (CAD) certification Professional sales experience Additional Eligibility qualifications None required for this position. AAP/EEO statement M. J. Kellner Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time. Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PIed9d7-6487
SUMMARY: This position is based in the Lake Zurich area The General Manager is responsible for maintaining systems and procedures for all aspects of the Food Nutrition /Dining Program for which he/she oversees. The program services a student enrollment of 2,499 or less. The Manager will ensure that all guidelines, relating to the NSLP, are adhered to in all schools, consistently. Stay current with USDA regulations and ensure menus and processes are in compliance at all times. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Maintain systems and procedures for the ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and serving of food related products, as well as menu planning and development using Whitsons approved systems and policies Manages program within all budgetary guidelines established by Whitsons. Motivates, trains, and manages subordinate Team Members. Provide the necessary tools for the team to perform at satisfactory level. Maintain a harmonious working relationship with Team by demonstrating consistent and equitable treatment for all Team Members consistently in accordance with Company policies. Ensures compliance with applicable health regulations and ordinances and that all schools are prepared for any state or local board of health inspection. Develops budgets and operational financial forecasts and is able to explain variances. Responsible for accounting and documenting accurately all financial components. Ensures that requirements for appropriate sanitation and safety levels in respective areas are met and staff adequately trained. Coordinates and supervises all production, merchandising, quality and cost control, labor management and Team Member training. Recruits, hires, develops and retains team using Company required systems, procedures and policies. Participates in all wellness and nutrition committees and meetings. Must spend 80% of workday in the schools observing and supporting team. Conducts recurring inventory; maintaining records to comply with Whitsons, government and accrediting agency standards. Controls all expenses such as food cost, labor cost and operating expenses while providing exceptional customer service. Manages all purchasing and utilization of government commodities including processed goods. Prepares location for internal QA audit by using the "Check Yes" tools. Executes all marketing promotions applicable to the district according to the marketing calendar. Ensures marketing, merchandising in place effectually and current at all times. Maintains an 80% or above score on the Whitsons Internal Audit and shows increased improvement each year. Adhere to all company and district policies and ensure that entire team understands and follows them. ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinates activities with other internal departments, participates in management team meetings, interfaces with Vendors and key service users within client organization. Ensures marketing, merchandising in place effectually and current at all times. Looks for opportunities to implement new products and services which support sales growth and client retention Monthly or bi-monthly communications to the client and DM, highlighting activity on a monthly basis including any financial information requested by client. Manages collections from catering/events and client billings. This includes delivering the client invoices for monthly or weekly business billings. Conducts monthly cook meetings with secondary leads/cooks regarding menu offerings Create advisory group and/or attend any PTO/District administrative meetings which will assist in driving sales and participation. Performs additional duties as assigned by District Manager from time to time. This position follows a school calendar- work hours are Monday thru Friday REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelors' degree or equivalent with concentration in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field. OR Bachelors' degree or equivalent with any academic major AND a state recognized certificate in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, or business. OR Associates degree or equivalent with concentration in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field AND at least one year of relevant school nutrition programs experience. OR High School diploma or GED AND at least Five (5) years' experience in school nutrition programs. Certifications: ServSafe Mandatory- Local food safety certification if required in jurisdiction of employment. Must be knowledgeable of all local health and food safety ordinances. Computer Skills: Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications is required. Must be able to communicate electronically through use of email and other similar computer platforms. Able to learn new programs easily and quickly. Other Qualifications, Experience: 3 years' experience in Food Service Management as a Manager/Director required. Minimum 1 year experience in K-12 programs required. Strong interest in school nutrition program development. Culinary background is required - Must have a passion and an interest in food Working knowledge of cooking procedures and recipe adherence and scaling. Must have demonstrated experience developing talent and managing multiple priorities Must be able to use "critical thinking" skills in order to resolve problems or would result in improving program overall. Ability to effectively communicate verbally, electronically and written with clients, parents, students and support staff. Must possess excellent time management and organizational skills Bilingual Spanish is highly desirable. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required Sit, walk, talk and hear Use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Be standing on feet majority of the workday in addition to walking back and forth. Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Lifting while turning side to side is sometimes necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Position may require extended hours including evenings and/or weekends, travel to multiple work sites and occasional out-of-district travel. Must be able to drive his/her own vehicle to other work sites. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
SUMMARY: This position is based in the Lake Zurich area The General Manager is responsible for maintaining systems and procedures for all aspects of the Food Nutrition /Dining Program for which he/she oversees. The program services a student enrollment of 2,499 or less. The Manager will ensure that all guidelines, relating to the NSLP, are adhered to in all schools, consistently. Stay current with USDA regulations and ensure menus and processes are in compliance at all times. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Maintain systems and procedures for the ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and serving of food related products, as well as menu planning and development using Whitsons approved systems and policies Manages program within all budgetary guidelines established by Whitsons. Motivates, trains, and manages subordinate Team Members. Provide the necessary tools for the team to perform at satisfactory level. Maintain a harmonious working relationship with Team by demonstrating consistent and equitable treatment for all Team Members consistently in accordance with Company policies. Ensures compliance with applicable health regulations and ordinances and that all schools are prepared for any state or local board of health inspection. Develops budgets and operational financial forecasts and is able to explain variances. Responsible for accounting and documenting accurately all financial components. Ensures that requirements for appropriate sanitation and safety levels in respective areas are met and staff adequately trained. Coordinates and supervises all production, merchandising, quality and cost control, labor management and Team Member training. Recruits, hires, develops and retains team using Company required systems, procedures and policies. Participates in all wellness and nutrition committees and meetings. Must spend 80% of workday in the schools observing and supporting team. Conducts recurring inventory; maintaining records to comply with Whitsons, government and accrediting agency standards. Controls all expenses such as food cost, labor cost and operating expenses while providing exceptional customer service. Manages all purchasing and utilization of government commodities including processed goods. Prepares location for internal QA audit by using the "Check Yes" tools. Executes all marketing promotions applicable to the district according to the marketing calendar. Ensures marketing, merchandising in place effectually and current at all times. Maintains an 80% or above score on the Whitsons Internal Audit and shows increased improvement each year. Adhere to all company and district policies and ensure that entire team understands and follows them. ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinates activities with other internal departments, participates in management team meetings, interfaces with Vendors and key service users within client organization. Ensures marketing, merchandising in place effectually and current at all times. Looks for opportunities to implement new products and services which support sales growth and client retention Monthly or bi-monthly communications to the client and DM, highlighting activity on a monthly basis including any financial information requested by client. Manages collections from catering/events and client billings. This includes delivering the client invoices for monthly or weekly business billings. Conducts monthly cook meetings with secondary leads/cooks regarding menu offerings Create advisory group and/or attend any PTO/District administrative meetings which will assist in driving sales and participation. Performs additional duties as assigned by District Manager from time to time. This position follows a school calendar- work hours are Monday thru Friday REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelors' degree or equivalent with concentration in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field. OR Bachelors' degree or equivalent with any academic major AND a state recognized certificate in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, or business. OR Associates degree or equivalent with concentration in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field AND at least one year of relevant school nutrition programs experience. OR High School diploma or GED AND at least Five (5) years' experience in school nutrition programs. Certifications: ServSafe Mandatory- Local food safety certification if required in jurisdiction of employment. Must be knowledgeable of all local health and food safety ordinances. Computer Skills: Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications is required. Must be able to communicate electronically through use of email and other similar computer platforms. Able to learn new programs easily and quickly. Other Qualifications, Experience: 3 years' experience in Food Service Management as a Manager/Director required. Minimum 1 year experience in K-12 programs required. Strong interest in school nutrition program development. Culinary background is required - Must have a passion and an interest in food Working knowledge of cooking procedures and recipe adherence and scaling. Must have demonstrated experience developing talent and managing multiple priorities Must be able to use "critical thinking" skills in order to resolve problems or would result in improving program overall. Ability to effectively communicate verbally, electronically and written with clients, parents, students and support staff. Must possess excellent time management and organizational skills Bilingual Spanish is highly desirable. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required Sit, walk, talk and hear Use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Be standing on feet majority of the workday in addition to walking back and forth. Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Lifting while turning side to side is sometimes necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Position may require extended hours including evenings and/or weekends, travel to multiple work sites and occasional out-of-district travel. Must be able to drive his/her own vehicle to other work sites. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled