Food Service Assistant Manager

Who Is Lazy Acres Natural Market?
At Lazy Acres Natural Market, we believe in a natural approach to optimal health and wellness. From organic and seasonal produce and products steeped in tradition to functional supplements and body care, we are here to support you in mind, body, and soul.

Our friendly, informative, and passionate team members remain committed to providing exceptional service and wellness tips to our community; and accommodating the needs of our guests. We continue to live by the closely held belief that our collective actions can and will contribute to a healthier planet.
We’re committed to creating an environment that will attract the most passionate and enthusiastic people in our field. We’re always on the lookout for people inspired by health, wellness, and eating clean, and strive for excellent customer service. Our Leadership is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, offering opportunities for professional growth, education, and community involvement.

Ingredients You'll Bring to the Table
You love food and can create an experience that is beyond the everyday. You have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment. You can connect with people and reach a level of hospitality that exceeds guests' expectations. You are warm, outgoing, authentically amazing, and want to be inspired, challenged, and proud of where you work, You embody a spirit of entrepreneurship and mutual respect. You approach every situation with a YES! attitude and seek to find a solution to all opportunities that arise.

What Will Be On Your Plate?


Job Title: Assistant Food Service Manager
Department: Food Service
Reports to: Food Service Manager
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
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Summary
This is a management position. The Assistant Food Service Manager must have the necessary confidence, commitment, and motivation to move their staff & themselves towards success. Key personality traits and skills to accomplish this are: strong communication skills, good listening skills, strong leadership skills; must be self-motivated, observant, perceptive, decisive, flexible, patient, supportive, and must possess a strong sense of urgency in all duties performed. Due to Bristol Farms’ goals and structure, the Assistant Food Service Manager should also be open to growth and expansion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant Food Service Manager will assist the Food Service Manager in all aspects of the operation of the Food Service Department. This includes, but is not limited to, operations, planning, directing, managing, and achieving targeted profits. In addition, the Assistant Food Service Manager is responsible for staff development. Developing and instilling positive morale is the key to success of the Café. He or she also performs the following duties (other duties may be assigned):

• Leads by example; models correct behavior and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Assists in controlling all issues pertaining to profit of Food Service’ including food cost, labor, and supplies.
• Supervises and exhibits working knowledge of all areas pertaining to Food Service including, operating the cash register, wait service, bussing tables, cooking online, sandwich cook, prep cook, expediter, and dishwashing. Is responsible working above areas as needed to run the Food Service daily.
• Must be familiar with menu and is able to answer customer questions concerning menu ingredients and how each item is prepared. Also ensures staff is able to answer all question concerning the menu.
• Takes food orders, delivers food, makes, and delivers drinks, coffee, espresso, checks groceries, cross trains on deli counter and cover all service positions when needed.
• Follows & enforces liquor laws implicitly, in every regard including, but not limited to the verification and authenticity of valid, acceptable identification. Is responsible for ensuring that all alcohol served is to persons aged 21 and over.
• As mandated by California state law; Servers of alcoholic beverages must be18 years old or older.
• Audits cash drawers on a regular basis and reports results to Store Director.
• When assisting with schedule writing considers busy times and places talent accordingly.
• Works closely with Chefs, Cooks, Servers, and Food Service cashier to establish teamwork between the kitchen staff and Servers/Cashiers to ensure customers are being served in a timely manner.
• (From the time the customer places the order to the time they get their food should be no more than 12 minutes.)
• Assists Food Service Manager when placing orders with Vendors/Central Kitchen to ensure that all food ordered is utilized (n