Onsite Food Service Coordinator, North HS - (SY 2025-2026)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) is a public school district dedicated to providing a high-quality education to a diverse group of students in the Minneapolis area. The district emphasizes inclusivity, equity, and preparing children to be college-ready and successful in life. MPS values diversity in its workforce, recognizing it as a competitive advantage that enhances communication and understanding within its community. This commitment to diversity ensures equal opportunities for training and employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, or other protected statuses.
The Onsite Food Service Coordinator position for the North High School site is a full-ti... Show More
The Onsite Food Service Coordinator position for the North High School site is a full-ti... Show More
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- two years of experience coordinating and managing food service operations in an institutional setting or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- valid Minnesota State Driver's License may be required
- certification from the Minnesota Department of Health as a Certified Food Manager must be obtained prior to completion of the probationary period
- ability to work 8 hours daily from 6:30 AM to 3 PM
- ability to perform moderate physical work including frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, working in a commercial food service and kitchen work environment
- willingness to work in a walk-in freezer environment
- ability to maintain confidentiality
- ability to pass a criminal background check
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- two years of experience coordinating and managing food service operations in an institutional setting or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- knowledge of Federal, state, and local codes and regulations governing food handling and public nutrition services
- knowledge of methods and procedures for institutional food preparation and inventory control
- knowledge of safety and sanitation practices and methods for food preparation, distribution, and storage
- knowledge of principles of record keeping and records management
- knowledge of personal sanitation and hygiene regulations
- knowledge of customer service and public relations methods and practices
- knowledge of environmentally responsible and resource-efficient food preparation and distribution methods
- skill in coordinating food services preparation and distribution operations
- skill in reviewing operations, identifying potential food safety hazards, and verifying compliance with state and Federal regulations
- skill in safely using kitchen tools and equipment and specialized safety testing and analysis tools
- skill in using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines
- skill in promoting and enforcing safe work practices
- skill in following verbal and written instructions and procedures
- skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and clients
- skill in operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software
- skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing
Job Duties
- Coordinates and directs operations of the Child Nutrition Program in MPS school kitchens
- provides leadership to staff and manages accounting and program compliance functions
- performs duties within the scope of authority and training and in compliance with MPS policies and quality standards
- works independently and manages operations at K8 work sites
- verifies compliance with state and Federal regulations and MPS policies and quality standards
- verifies regulatory compliance, monitors operations, evaluates operational efficiency, inspects cleanliness of work areas, and resolves operational issues
- monitors daily work schedules and meals per labor hour
- orders and receives food and supplies, checks equipment for proper functioning, accounts for funds, and manages inventory
- prepares appropriate amounts of food to meet customer needs and minimize food waste
- conducts training on safety and sanitation procedures, equipment use and safety, computer systems, food orders, personnel issues, and payroll procedures
- evaluates staff functions and reports performance and disciplinary issues to appropriate supervisor
- maintains operational records including production and purchasing
- processes Free and Reduced Meal applications
- maintains financial and payroll accounts
- verifies staff and student accounts are current with daily deposits
- balances accounts and deposits all cash and checks as scheduled
- operates a point-of-service (POS) terminal and serves food to students, staff, and visitors
- works to build strong public relations with staff, students, parents, and the community
- provides functional supervision of kitchen staff including scheduling, assigning tasks, reviewing team results, and evaluating completion of assignments
- verifies food quality and safety
- verifies compliance with HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) plans
- checks food and equipment temperatures
- completes production reports daily
- demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff
- acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
- enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures
- maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records, and MPS information
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