Food Service Coordinator

Children's Home Society of South Dakota • Sioux Falls, SD

1d • $45,760 - $57,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Full Time Food Service Coordinator to supervise the operation of the kitchen; children's dietary needs as well as supervise cooks. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children's Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in food service required.
• ServSafe Certification required or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Dietary Manager certification preferred but not required.
• Supervisory experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Projecting monthly meal requirements while staying within the budget.
• Assist in hiring dining staff.
• Maintain staff schedules.
• Train, coach and direct cooks.
• Facilitate team meetings as required.
• Conduct performance reviews.
• Order and coordinate pick-up of groceries and items for special requests.
• Stock residence buildings with supplemental food items.
• Plan special events and ensure holiday meals have a “festive touch”.
• Maintain equipment in proper working order.
• Inform Facilities Supervisor of needed repairs.
• Complete bi-annual inventory of food and supplies.
• Prepare equipment specifications and solicit bids for new equipment as needed.
• Complete annual inventory of food.
• Plan menus with consulting dietician including any changes.
• Oversee ordering of food, preparation of meals and snacks.
• Fulfill menu requirements and serve meals.
• Cover, label and date all suitable leftovers for storage.
• Wash pots and pans, trays, dishes, etc.
• Take out kitchen trash to outside trash bins.
• Take and record food temperatures at mealtime.
• Take and record refrigerator, freezer and dishwashing machine temperatures.
• Maintain necessary documentation including school lunch program paperwork.
• Prepare production sheets and customer counts for reimbursement.
• Maintain personal cleanliness.
• Ensure cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas.
• Participate in required in-service training.
• Participate in Quality Improvement as assigned.
• Plan yearly training calendar.

Benefits

• No nights or Weekends
• Competitive Compensation: $45,760.00-$57,200.00/annually (Depending on Education/Experience)
• Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA)
• vision
• dental
• employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• additional voluntary life and critical illness plans
• Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront
• 10 paid holidays
• 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
• 3% employer contribution each pay period and up to an additional 5% annual contribution to retirement plans.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED