REPOST (25-26) CL96075 Assistant Director of Nutrition Services @ Nutrition Services Department

Hemet Unified School District - L.A.•Hemet, CA

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About The Position

Under general supervision of the Nutrition Services Director, plan, organize, control and direct activities related to nutrition education and training to students, parents and District employees; direct and supervise District school serving kitchens and related operations; adhere and implement USDA and State Nutrition Standards in menu offerings; assure compliance with quality control in central production facility and serving kitchens; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Planning, organization, and operation of a large food service program
Knowledge of: Food service and commodity purchasing and procurement principles, practices, and procedures
Knowledge of: Type and sources of supplies, materials, and equipment utilized in a school district's food service operation
Knowledge of: Scientific principles of nutrition and their application to the feeding of students
Knowledge of: Menu analysis and planning techniques, including food values, combinations, allergies, and substitutions
Knowledge of: Laws, rules, and regulations related to health and safety in institutional kitchens; applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and procedures as they pertain to the feeding and nutritional needs of students
Knowledge of: Current information, legislation, and resources related to nutrition
Knowledge of: Operation of office machines, including computer equipment and specified software
Knowledge of: Principles of food service management, quantity food preparation, and nutrition
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of administration, supervision, and training
Knowledge of: Oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of: Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
Ability to: Plan, organize, control, and direct District-wide food service operations and programs
Ability to: Assure food service programs and menus comply with applicable federal regulations and nutrition standards
Ability to: Analyze the nutritional content of menus and recipes; recommend modifications as needed
Ability to: Research, design, develop, coordinate, and conduct training and informational programs
Ability to: Learn, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Ability to: Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to: Observe health and safety regulations
Ability to: Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Ability to: Input data and apply word processing techniques; prepare clear and complete proposals and reports to make sound judgments in planning and organizing work
Ability to: Work effectively in the absence of supervision; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Ability to: Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned personnel
Education: A bachelor's degree. A degree in nutrition, food science, hotel and restaurant management, food production, or public health is preferred.
Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience, including two years of responsible administrative or supervisory experience in food service operations, preferably in a child nutrition program.
Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License and maintain possession of such license during the course of employment
Have an acceptable driving record
Must be insurable at standard rates by the District's insurance carrier and maintain such insurability during the course of employment
Current Registration with the American Dietetic Association
A valid ServSafe Certificate and ability to obtain, or currently possess, certification as a ServSafe Instructor and Proctor through the National Restaurant Association

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, organizing, controlling, and directing District-wide food service operations and programs; assist in developing and implementing menus, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures related to District food service programs and student diet plans
Provide technical expertise, information, and assistance to the Director regarding food service operations; advise the Director of unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action
Provide guidance in relation to the preparation of the District Nutrition Services cycle menus and product offerings; manage menu development, oversee compliance with USDA and State Nutrition Standards; maintain nutrition analysis software program, department standard recipe, and HACCP programs; recommend food and supply items for purchase, including USDA Foods
Direct, supervise, and provide guidance in the oversight of school serving kitchens, cafeteria staff, and related operations; organize and monitor the labor distribution and staffing at school sites; assist with interviews, evaluations, disciplinary issues, and other areas as needed
Assure quality control standards at all school site kitchens are maintained and in compliance with the nutrition analysis and USDA regulations; assist with quality control and maintenance of nutrition standards for the central production kitchen
Develop and facilitate nutrition surveys and needs assessments to ensure the direction goals of department nutrition programs are on target; provide guidance and procure materials for students and department staff related to nutritional values and concepts; provide advice on nutritional matters to students, parents, departmental advisory committees, and community organizations
Direct all departmental professional development activities; oversee the development of training materials, including employee manuals, handbooks for department staff, and other District personnel; assist in continuing department staff training in customer service, fiscal control, marketing, nutrition, and related topics
Oversee the coordination of Nutrition Advisory Council activities, Harvest of the Month, department promotional calendars, and related marketing and nutrition education programs; direct the implementation of marketing plans
Evaluate and adapt nutrition source materials provided by outside sources to the needs and uses of the district's nutritional services department
Assist Educational Services with the selection and use of nutritional aides in the integration of nutrition education into the student curriculum and school sites
Actively seek and develop proposals for available grant funding; supervise the administration of all grants and awards
Train and supervise the performance of assigned personnel; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination, and disciplinary actions; assure proper coverage of absent employees; prepare, monitor, and adjust work schedules
Supervise the work experience of nutrition student interns as assigned
Recommend departmental policy, program, and standard operational changes and participate in department long-range planning
Represent the Nutrition Services department at a variety of meetings as required; conduct meetings as needed and assigned
Maintain various reports and records
Serve as Director in the absence of the Director
Perform other related work as may be required