11.2024 - Administrative - Director of Food Service
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POSITION: DIRECTOR OF FOOD SERVICEREPORTS TO: Associate Superintendent / Director of Finance FLSA: Classified ExemptEMPLOYMENT TERMS AND SALARY: Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education.BENEFITS:

• BCBS Health and Dental
• Sick leave
• Long Term Disability
• Bereavement leave
• Vacation
• Personal Days
• Participation in the Nebraska Public Employees Retirement System
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Short Term Disability, Permanen Life wtih LTC, and Identity Protection are available

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: BS or equivalent educational experience, with academic major in specific areas or Bachelor's degree in any academic major, and State-recognized certificate for school nutrition directors or Bachelor's degree in any academic major and at least 2 years of relevant school nutrition programs experience; or Associate's degree or equivalent educational experience, with academic major in specific areas and at least 2 years of relevant school nutrition programs experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Proficiency in WORD, EXCEL and Google Docs, computer software, and other technology used by the district.

Effective oral and written communication.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with food vendors, staff, students, parents, and administration.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include, but are not limited to) PERSONNEL

Coordinates, supervises and manages food service for school district.

Supervises, evaluates and schedules staff to efficiently run district food service program.

Trains managers and other food service workers in all aspects of food preparation and cleanliness.

Works with the Human Resources Office to seek applicants and handle employee discipline as needed.

Administers personnel policies consistent with the school district and USDA standards.

Establishes standards for food preparation and service with emphasis on creative and appetizing appeal, appearance, and flavor with maximum nutritional value.

Works with Department of Education Nutrition Services Team to meet USDA School Nutrition regulations and guidelines.

Cooperates with custodial and maintenance departments in planning for, care and maintenance of supplies, equipment, and facilities

NUTRITION EDUCATION

Administers the district school lunch program as a practical application of sound nutrition and as a means of improving health and nutritional habits of students.

Works with administrators to provide expertise and assistance, where appropriate, in classroom nutrition instruction.

MANAGEMENT

Handles all aspects of the district food service budget.

Oversees record management and required reports to administer Federal and State programs.

Possesses knowledge of Food Inventory Control, Nutrition, and Menu Design.

Purchase and replace equipment as needed working with Maintenance on specifications.

OTHER

Interprets through committee work, public presentations, and/or news media the aims and objectives of the district food service program.

Performs other duties assigned by the Director of Finance or the Superintendent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Never Occasional Frequent Constant 0% 1-32% 33-66% 67%+

Standing X

Walking X

Sitting X

Bending/Stooping X

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X

Climbing X

Driving X

Lifting 50 lbs. Max X

Carrying 15 Ft X

Manual Dexterity Tasks: Heavy

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (Intellectural, Sensory)

Handles confidential information appropriately.

Accepts responsibility and fills in wherever needed.

Handles stress and employees appropriately.

Works as a team with district staff and administration.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Inside/Outside: Both Position is open until filled.NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.The Kearney Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 -Melissa Herrmann, Director of human ResourcesKearney Public Schools320 West 24th StreetKearney, NE 68845308-###-####...@kearneycats.com