Lunch Coordinator- Oro Valley Campus

Leman Academy of Excellence Inc•Oro Valley, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Leman Academy of Excellence-Oro Valley CampusLunch Coordinator-Part-Time OUR MISSION Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today. CORE VALUES Core Values are the key to defining our culture. They drive our decisions and shape our behavior. Below are the Core Values for Leman Academy of Excellence: CAUTION: Every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and secure environment for every scholar, staff and guests. CIVILITY: Every scholar, family and employee is treated with respect and as a valued individual. COMMUNITY: We strive to build a community where all stakeholders are motivated to be involved and feel connected and valued. CLASSICAL EDUCATION: Oversight and training is in place to ensure we are offering a rigorous, scholar-centered, classical education program including high expectations, values and virtues and providing scholars an environment of engaged learning. General Job Description The Food Service Coordinator is responsible for the oversight of the School lunch program’s daily operations and needs. The Food Service Coordinator is directly responsible for ensuring and coordinating the logistical needs of the cafeteria during lunch time. As well as ensuring the safety of all scholars is being met by all Leman Academy staff & volunteers during lunch. Line of Authority/Reports to: The Food Service Coordinator shall be directly responsible to the Site Principals in providing services required for the administration of the school in order to assure the smooth, efficient operation of the cafeteria and play areas during lunch time. Job Goal: The Food Services Coordinator for Leman Academy serves in a pivotal role to provide a safe environment for all scholars and for the provision of food services program within each site.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.
First Aid/CPR Certification.
Food Handler’s Card.
Working Knowledge of best food handling, kitchen management and safety practices.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to positively impact school community with an ability to build strong relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, co-workers, vendors and build relationships.
Strong commitment to providing leadership in promoting health and safety, including a healthy environment.
Ability to operate office equipment as required on assignment; i.e. fax machine, copier, computer, etc.
Ability to lift boxes and packages of varying weights and move them to other locations.

Nice To Haves

Food Service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Helps ensure all policies, procedures and performance standards for Leman Academy and the food services program are being met on a daily basis under the direction of the site Principals.
Ensure school kitchen and cafeteria is operating within normal food service regulations i.e. regular cleaning, temperature of foods, disposal of waste product, allergy awareness etc.
Maintain a safe and healthy environment for scholars and staff. Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, child care.
Ensure daily coverage by staff and volunteers of all cafeterias and recess areas.
Prep cafeterias and recess areas for lunch, as well as cleanup and maintain stock of cleanup materials of lunch and recess areas.
Develop, maintain and reach out to volunteer pool on a regular basis, serving as a point of contact for volunteers in the food service program.
Train incoming staff and volunteers on cafeteria/recess norms and policies.
Inventory/stocking of school food service supplies for site as needed.
Help implementation of promoting healthy eating habits and positive behavior during lunch/recess.
Directly communicate with site Vice Principal and/or Principal on any discipline related issues that occur within the lunch/recess areas.
Serve as on-site point of contact for vendor including meeting vendor for daily deliveries and ensuring all lunches are properly accounted for as ordered.
Develop and maintain effective client, vendor, family and community-based organizations relationships.