Pre-K Nutritional Services Specialist

City of San Antonio•Tx 78229, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, coordinates the delivery, planning, monitoring, and managing Pre-K Nutritional Services at the designated City's Pre-K 4 SA Education Centers. This position is funded by sales tax that has been approved by the citizens of San Antonio for a limited time period. This position, therefore, is subject to at-will employment status, and is unclassified and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency)
One (1) year of experience in food service.
Possess and maintain a valid Food Manager Certification through a Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) accrediting food manager training program

Nice To Haves

Ability to pass DFPS (Texas Department of Family Protective Services) background check.
Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.
Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Knowledge of food service procedures and processes
Knowledge of food quantity, and standards of sanitation and safety
Knowledgeable of Texas Department of Family Services minimum standards
Knowledgeable of Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) standards
Knowledge of food service equipment
Skill in the use of food serving equipment and cleaning equipment
Ability to understand and follow instructions for food storage, food quantity, and safety procedures
Ability to inventory and record information accurately
Ability to analyze and utilize electronic data management and documentation systems to maintain an efficient and cost-effective kitchen operation
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Center staff and the general public
Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations
Ability to work primarily in a school environment

Responsibilities

Directs, oversees, and confirms delivery of orders from approved food service vendor to verify quantity, quality, and specifications including removal of non-creditable foods, to ensure food compliance.
Unloads and sorts food commodities from food transport cart; assembles food boxes or packages for distribution to designated classroom.
Coordinate and ensure distribution of monthly menu including special diets and needs to designated students.
Maintains all serving schedules and services for all food items according to menu specifications defined by departmental policies and procedures.
Sanitize all dishes, serving tools, and equipment following completion of daily school meal service to ensure sanitation and safety practices of food service operations meet established standards.
Implements, follows, and enforces high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
Responsible for weekly ordering of meals while ensuring the proper number of meals and snacks are delivered to the designated classroom.
Maintains and manages accurate CACFP records, reports of daily and monthly production records, delivery receipts, and food distribution records for all classrooms.
Supports the coordination, planning, and implementation of nutrition related events with nutrition vendor that includes but not limited to farmer's markets, parent educational classes, and student instruction.
Coordinates with the Education Center's outdoor learning team to develop lessons that combine garden activities and student menus.
Communicates effectively with Pre-K 4 SA staff, food service vendor resolving discrepancies to ensure compliance with the TDA and USDA, students, and parents regarding nutrition services and program requirements.
Ensures accuracy in all record retention, closeout procedures, and required documentation for meal reimbursements.
Develop, implement, and manage inventory control techniques and procedures for the kitchen inventory and storage to ensure that proper stock levels are maintained.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.