Child Nutrition Services - Operations Manager

Beaumont ISD • Beaumont, TX

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About The Position

The Child Nutrition Operations Manager is responsible for directing and managing the Child Nutrition food service program through direct supervision of Child Nutrition operations. This role involves assisting in the planning and implementation of programs that meet regulatory and nutritional requirements for students, promoting the development of sound nutritional practices, assisting in recipe and culinary processes, and maintaining a safe and sanitary environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Culinary Arts, Hotel Restaurant Management, or in a related field.
• Prior experience in school food service operations with experience as a menu/recipe planning.
• Knowledge of Child Nutrition programs including policies/procedures and regulations, budget and personnel management, recipe and culinary skill education.
• High ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all campus child nutrition operations and accompanying administrative tasks for school dining, catering, and outside events.
• Identify and train child nutrition food service operations employees as needed.
• Comply with federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and board policy in Child Nutrition.
• Compile, maintain, and file Child Nutrition reports, records, and other documents required.
• Assist in budgets and ensure that programs are cost-effective and funds are managed prudently.
• Assist in budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
• Assist in procurement of all food, supplies, and equipment meeting federal procurement and Texas Department of Agriculture standards.
• Initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with the budget as adopted by the Board of Trustees.
• Approve and generate invoices and purchase orders for the child nutrition department.
• Participate in other Child Nutrition AP/AR functions as assigned.
• Assist with preparation, analysis, and refinement of job descriptions related to Child Nutrition frontline staff.
• Develop training and improvement plans to ensure exemplary operation in Child Nutrition.
• Evaluate the job performance of Supervisory, Culinary and Frontline staff in accordance with department objectives.
• Participate in the selection, employment, assignments, and training of Child Nutrition staff.
• Oversee, maintain, and develop Child Nutrition safety programs.
• Maintain safety standards that conform with federal, state, and district regulations.
• Participate in a consistent professional development regimen related to Child Nutrition.
• Assist in marketing and promotion campaigns for the Child Nutrition department.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director of Child Nutrition, Assistant Director of Child Nutrition, or Chief Financial Officer.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Health and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees