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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $109,000.00 - $124,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Job Description
Kenmore - Town of Tonawanda Union Free School District is a reputable educational institution located in Kenmore, New York, committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment for students, staff, and the community. The district operates with dedicated professionals across various departments dedicated to fostering academic excellence, student well-being, and community engagement. With a focus on maintaining high standards in education and services, the district continuously seeks qualified personnel to fill critical roles that contribute to its mission and daily operations.
The position of Director of Food Service within the district is a vital leadership role responsible for managing the ... Show More
The position of Director of Food Service within the district is a vital leadership role responsible for managing the ... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be an Erie County resident
- Eligible under Erie County civil service rules for the position
- Possess bachelor's degree or associate degree plus experience or high school diploma plus experience as specified
- Successful completion of civil service examination if applicable
- Ability to meet minimum qualifications at time of provisional appointment if applicable
- Must comply with NY HELPS program guidelines if applicable
- Provide independent verification of degree equivalency if degree awarded outside the United States
- Submit a complete application including resume, cover letter, transcripts, and three letters of reference
- Willingness to adhere to 12-month CORE schedule
- Ability to assume duties by anticipated start date of July 1, 2026
Job Qualifications
- Possession of a bachelor's degree in food service, nutrition, institutional or hotel management or closely related field
- Alternatively, possession of an associate's degree in relevant field plus four years of satisfactory experience in institution management or large quantity food service
- Or graduation from high school or equivalency diploma plus eight years of relevant experience
- Equivalent combination of training and experience considered
- Knowledge of fundamentals of nutrition and their application to children's health
- Knowledge of current USDA policies related to NSLP and SBP
- Understanding of all phases of school lunch programs
- Knowledge of large quantity food preparation and menu planning
- Familiarity with purchasing, equipment selection, care, and sanitary food handling and storage
- Ability to plan, supervise, and evaluate work of others
- Ability to train personnel
- Proficiency in record keeping and report preparation using industry specific and word processing software
- Strong interpersonal skills to maintain good personal relations
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
- Initiative, tact, good judgment, courtesy, and resourcefulness
- Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Job Duties
- Plan and supervise preparation and service of lunches in multiple schools
- Plan menus or recommend changes for nutritional value and budget
- Determine requirements and submit requisitions for food, supplies, and equipment
- Prepare layouts and make recommendations for maintenance and additions to equipment and physical plant
- Maintain approved standards of sanitation, health, and safety
- Receive, inspect, store, and distribute supplies and maintain inventories and related records
- Supervise collection of and accounting for cash receipts
- Make reports relating to school lunch program activities
- Provide information to school staff, students, and community agencies to promote interest in the program
- Supervise and train food service staff
- Conduct interviews and make recommendations for hiring
- Make staff assignments
- Evaluate work performance
- Assist in selection of school lunch personnel
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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