District Nutrition Program Assistant Manager

Waterloo Community School District•Waterloo, IA

About The Position

Assists in administering the multi-unit food service operation in compliance with federal and state regulations relating to School Child Nutritional Programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent educational experience, with an academic major in a specific area.
Bachelor’s degree in any major and at least five years of experience managing school nutrition programs.
High school diploma (or GED) and ten or more years of school nutrition program experience
ServSafe certification required
Minimum of 3 years experience in food service operation and management, preferably in a public school district
Extensive working knowledge of federal, state and county regulations regarding food service operations (i.e. USDA, FDA)
Effective oral and written communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Ability to make decisions involving staff as well as decisions involving all phases of the food service program
Ability to establish, maintain and manage budgets
Ability to meet deadlines
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability
Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality
Ability to handle adversity in an effective manner
Knowledge of OSHA laws and regulations with respect to food service staff
Knowledge of food preparation and serving equipment
Demonstrated record of commitment and sensitivity to affirmative action, equal opportunity and human rights
Word processing skills
Spreadsheet skills
Web navigation skills
E-mail management skills
Computer network knowledge applicable to the position
Knowledge of computer-related storage devices
Knowledge of computer security expectations
Knowledge of Infinite Campus
Knowledge of menu planning software
Successful completion of post-offer drug screening and physical as well as background check.

Responsibilities

Develops, implements and maintains concession operations to meet customer needs.
Examines records and reports regarding concessions operations to ensure solvency but non-profit status.
Continually evaluates operation for efficiency and cost saving measures.
Assesses customer preferences, industry trends and current research to develop a long range plan that facilitates continuous concessions services improvement.
Conducts interviews for substitute food service staff and recommends hiring of all food service staff.
Work with Cafe Managers to schedule subs as needed
Develops and maintains job descriptions and job postings for all food service positions
Monitors the supervision and evaluation of food service staff by facility managers.
Assists the District Program Manager in evaluating kitchen managers.
Plans and directs in-service workshops and training programs for food service personnel, including safety and ServSafe training.
Conducts monthly operation site visits to food service facilities to ensure compliance with standard operating practices.
Follows district safety procedures and ensures compliance by all food service staff.
Establishes standards for the food service satellite operation.
Establishes and coordinates procedures for food service equipment maintenance, repair and replacement.
Monitors inventory of food, supplies and equipment, processing orders as necessary.
Works in conjunction with the District Program Manager to secure bid awards for food, supplies and equipment.
Participates in the planning and development of food service facility layouts and equipment specifications.
Maintains satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students and all staff.
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with food service vendors.
Assists the District Program Manager in developing and administering the food service budget.
Assists the District Program Manager in developing and maintaining a food service procedural handbook.
Works with the District Nutrition Program Manager in developing recipes, menus and maintaining computer nutritional software programs.
Acts as back-up for the District Nutrition Program Manager.
Performs other duties as assigned.