About the School:
Saraswati Vidya Academy is a residential CBSE school in Lonavala, dedicated to providing high-quality education to marginalised but talented students. The school offers a holistic, college-preparatory environment with strong academic and sports facilities. The school currently serves over 300 students.
Role Summary
Support the Canteen Manager in ensuring smooth and efficient operation of the school dining facility, providing nutritious, hygienic, and timely meals to students and staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the day-to-day operations of the school canteen and dining hall.
- Coordinate meal preparation and service as per approved menus and schedules.
- Ensure food quality, hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards are maintained at all times.
- Monitor food stock, inventory, and consumption records.
- Assist in procurement planning and coordination with vendors and suppliers.
- Supervise kitchen, serving, and housekeeping staff within the dining facility.
- Address student and staff feedback regarding food and dining services.
- Ensure compliance with FSSAI and other applicable regulations.
- Maintain records related to attendance, inventory, wastage, and inspections.
- Support special events, celebrations, and guest dining arrangements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Graduate in Hotel Management, Hospitality, Food Service Management, or any related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in school canteen/mess, catering, hospitality, institutional kitchen, or dining operations.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and inventory management.
- Strong organizational and people-management skills.
- Basic computer proficiency (MS Office).
Preferred Experience
- Experience in schools, colleges, hostels, hospitals, or large-scale catering operations.
- Familiarity with managing meals for 350+ individuals daily.
Work Location: In person
