Food Service Director

American Paradigm Schools•Philadelphia, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Director works closely with the senior administration team on the day-to-day logistics of the school food service program. This role serves as the liaison between the school and its third-party food service company, ensuring compliance with state and federal food service laws and regulations and maintaining proper records and claim reimbursement documentation. The position is full-time, exempt, and has a 12-month employment duration. It is based at American Paradigm Schools, 8101 Castor Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
K-12 food service management experience required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills and computer proficiency.
Coordination, time management, and systems analysis and evaluation skills.
Ability to interpret data.
Technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily coordination and administration of the school's food service program.
Work with food service personnel, contracted vendors, and school administration to ensure effective meal service delivery.
Monitor compliance with USDA, Pennsylvania Department of Education, and school nutrition program requirements.
Maintain accurate meal counts, required records, and food service documentation.
Coordinate timely completion of required food service reports.
Monitor food service quality, vendor performance, and compliance with service agreements.
Address operational concerns involving meal delivery, scheduling, staffing, and service interruptions.
Coordinate with Finance on food service invoices, expenditures, and program-related financial documentation.
Support compliance with food safety, sanitation, and inspection requirements.
Assist with implementing procedures to improve efficiency, accountability, and student meal service.
Serve as a liaison between the food service company and the school.
Champion the Caring School Community Program.