Assistant Director Nutrition - Operations @ Nutrition Department

SupportFinity--- • San Francisco, CA

405d • $95,929 - $131,216

About The Position

The position involves assisting in the administration of a food service program that provides nutritious food to students and staff while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety. Additionally, the role includes managing an environmentally friendly recycling program for the district.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related major, or Bachelor's degree in any major with at least 5 years of supervisory experience in Nutrition Programs.
• 8 hours of food safety training prior to employment or within 30 calendar days of employment.
• Five (5) years' experience in food service management and purchasing of food/equipment required.
• Knowledge of menu planning, food purchasing, and preparation in a food service environment.
• Ability to conduct on-site inspections of food service facilities districtwide.
• Ability to manage budget and personnel as well as implement policy and procedures.
• Strong technology literacy skills (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools, etc.).
• Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Commercial experience in catering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all operations of the nutrition department.
• Project long-range goals to increase efficiency of the department.
• Assist Wellness Supervisor with Wellness Program as required by TDA.
• Assist in analyzing operations to improve the efficiency of the department.
• Make recommendations for equipment and design specifications for new/renovated facilities.
• Participate in administrative team and actively support district goals.
• Establish goals and plan for efficient implementation of the district recycling program.
• Direct and manage district child nutrition programs.
• Coordinate the implementation of operational procedures related to food procurement and distribution.
• Review menus to ensure established nutritional requirements are met.
• Oversee operational aspects of Special Meals Programs: Summer School, OEY, and After-school Snack Program.
• Collaborate in planning and providing special events/caterings for students and staff.
• Oversee the warehousing operation to ensure compliance with USDA and Health Department regulations.
• Review new products and oversee testing, evaluation, and marketing of new products and recipes.
• Assist in developing and administering budget based on documented needs.
• Assist with cost-effective food procurement and inventory system.
• Assist with the evaluation of formal bids and make recommendations for awarding contracts.
• Develop/implement inventory and stock control program for equipment and supplies.
• Analyze financial reports regularly and implement changes as necessary.
• Implement federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy.
• Ensure compliance with USDA/TDA regulations.
• Assist in compiling, maintaining, and filing reports and records.
• Ensure employee time records have required approvals and are submitted by deadlines.
• Assist Director in preparing policies and procedures for the department.
• Direct and manage more than 400 staff members at more than 45 locations.
• Develop training options and improvement plans for food service operations.
• Ensure measures are in place to protect food, supplies, and equipment in cafeterias and warehouses.
• Maintain safety standards that conform to federal, state, and insurance regulations.
• Organize and conduct training programs to promote safe food handling and a safe work environment.

Benefits

• Salary range from $95,929 to $131,216 based on experience.
• 235 days of work per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees