Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Life insurance
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
The Food Services Department of this reputable school district is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Food Services. This public school district operates with a commitment to providing high-quality nutritional programs that meet the health and dietary needs of its diverse student population. The department is well-regarded for maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations while striving to offer meals that are both nutritious and appealing. The district is known for its forward-thinking approach, embracing innovative ideas and technologies to enhance student participation and satisfaction within the food and nutrition program. The position is full-time, a 12-month role... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or equivalent education and experience
- Eligibility criteria of the Arizona Department of Education for food and nutrition Director
- Prior management experience in a public school child nutrition program
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License
- Ability to obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Ability to work legally in the United States
- Preferred experience with Infinite Visions Enterprise software
- Preferred bilingual skills
Job Qualifications
- Meets current eligibility criteria of the Arizona Department of Education to serve as a public school district's food and nutrition Director including a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or other equivalent experience and education to maintain eligibility criteria
- Demonstrated ability to administer a total Child Nutrition Services program within a school system
- Successful prior experience with supervision in a management level position in a public school district child nutrition program serving a diverse student population
- School Nutrition Association (SNA) credential, preferred
- Demonstrated administrative skills and leadership ability
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize matters and multi-task with multiple projects and competing priorities
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems independently and collaboratively
- Demonstrated ability to communicate in oral and written form
- Must be able to work in the United States, possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License, and obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Experience with Infinite Visions Enterprise software, preferred
- Bilingual, preferred
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Job Duties
- Administer and direct the District child nutrition services program in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, local and state health ordinances, and District policies
- Evaluate and update the child nutrition services program, keeping abreast of innovations and developments in the field
- Plan and develop goals for a comprehensive, financially self-sustaining, child nutrition services program
- Establish and implement budgeting and financial management systems consistent with local, state, and federal requirements
- Establish and implement procedures for adequate control of food, supplies, equipment, and labor
- Supervise the preparation of accurate reports in food, labor, and operating costs
- Monitor income and expenditures and compare to budget on a regular basis
- Establish financial policies that will permit the serving of nutritional and satisfying meals
- Supervise and direct all food service staff with regard to performance in food preparations, service, sanitation, and accountability
- Monitor staffing formulas and performance standards for all food service personnel
- Develop and implement a plan for professional growth and certification for the child nutrition staff providing appropriate inservice training
- Prepare handbooks and procedural manuals for child nutrition staff
- Monitor system for procurement, distribution, receiving, and storage of food and non-food materials and establish inventory control factors
- Evaluate specifics for food and non-food materials
- Determine facility and kitchen equipment needs and assist in planning the physical structure of the child nutrition service facilities
- Monitor sanitation standards and system for control of microbiological infection that complies with federal (OSHA), state, and local safety regulations
- Maintain child nutrition program marketing system for the District and establish procedures for conducting surveys to determine customer satisfaction and preference and District needs
- Implement standards for operating a nutritional program that serves appealing food that is highly nutritional
- Facilitate the application of dietary guidelines in menu planning and recipe modification and evaluate current research data and apply that which is relevant
- Develop and recommend changes in child nutrition services program policies and procedures to District administrators, including policies and procedures related to processing and cashiering
- Maintain effective working relationships with appropriate members of all departments in the District
- Keep supervisor apprised of child nutrition operations on a regular basis
- Consult and resolve with site administrators any problems of mutual concern involving the child nutrition services or personnel
- Attend meetings, workshops, and in-service training
- Maintain compliance with USDA and ADE guidelines related to free or reduced lunch programs and meal reimbursements and maximize student and family participation within those program guidelines
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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