Job: Director of Nutrition Services

Job Description

Job Type: Salaried

Wage: $65,266-$91,600/yr.

Location: Florence, CO.

Job Description:

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Provides leadership and is responsible for the organization, planning and operation of the district’s food services program.

QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to oversee the preparations and serving of foods and beverages for the National School Breakfast Program, National School Lunch Program and other district wide food operations.
• Ability to monitor & evaluate food service program including changes to staffing, prices and the general nature of the food service program.
• Ability to monitor & adjust overall profits and losses for the food service program
• Ability to supervise, evaluate and train the food service’s staff.
• Ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the Colorado Department of Education/Child Nutrition Unit (CDE/CN) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Fremont County Health Department.
• Ability to work with other district departments such as maintenance, accounting and personnel to ensure that appropriate communication and district procedures are followed.
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records necessary for the operation of the food services department:
  • Inventory
  • Commodities
  • Ordering
  • End of Year Report
  • CDE Reimbursement
  • Pupil Participation Records
  • Responsible for the implementation & maintenance of the free and reduced applications, including direct certification and verification activities.
  • Plan monthly breakfast and lunch menus using USDA approved meal patterns.
  • Promote maximum participation in the Child Nutrition Programs
  • Responsible for obtaining and posting all licenses, permits and notices as required by federal, state and local law.
  • Maintain all budgets and financial records.
  • Responsible for all audits performed on food service operations.
  • Oversee catering as requested by the school district.
  • Provide leadership to continually improve and update food service operations and service.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field.
• Experience in a supervisory capacity in a medium to high volume food service operation may substitute for the degree requirement.
• At least two years of experience in a food services management position preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees, the public and members of the management team.
• Possession of a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to food service preparation and delivery.
• The ability to provide leadership for a large and geographically separated department.
• The ability to use a personal computer and software applications related to the management and control of the department.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• 195-Day annual contract
• 9 - Hour work day
• Salary according to the Non-Instructional Administrator Salary Schedule
• Insurance benefits according to the Classified Handbook
• Leave days according to the Classified Handbook
• P.E.R.A., disability and life insurance

Fremont RE-2 School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion or need for special education services, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities.  Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Dr. Brenda Krage, Superintendent, and EEO/Affirmative Action/Title IX/Section 504 Compliance Officer for complaints involving employees, and Jason Cellan, Title IX Compliance Officer for complaints involving students.  Both individuals can be located at 403 W. 5th Street, Florence, Colorado, 81226. (719) 784-6312.  Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R, AC-E-1, AC-E-2)

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.