JOB SUMMARY
The purpose of this position is to provide a nutritionally sound and cost efficient food services program that will meet the needs of students while maintaining compliance with all state and federal guidelines as they relate to the National School Lunch, School Breakfast, and After School Snack Programs.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Plans menus and develops recipes that meet all federal and state guidelines.
Visits school cafeterias on a regular basis.
Participates in all food purchasing activities, including bid specification qualities and bid awards.
Conducts and coordinates food tests with students, staff, and cafeteria employees.
Maintains the recipes, menus, and point of sale buttons in the automated central food services management system and the site-based cafeteria point of sale and inventory control program.
Interfaces with cafeteria managers weekly to ensure uniform compliance and understanding of the food services program.
Presents the food services program to parents and staff to assure understanding and a positive public relations.
Participates with school food services lunch personnel, school-based personnel, and the community in developing the county-wide menu.
Assists the Director in the development of agenda for all cafeteria managers’ meeting.
Works closely with vendors and suppliers in the bidding and delivery of goods process.
Provides nutrient analysis for all food items served.
Provides technical assistance for foodservice personnel with the automated central food services management system and the site-based cafeteria point of sale and inventory control.
Attends state meetings to remain abreast of new rules and regulations.
Educates students and parents regarding healthy food choices through school training and community outreach. Dietitian – School Food Services Escambia County School District Page 2 of 2
Produces the monthly menus for print which provide students and parents with health and nutritional tips.
Assists with new employee training.
Assists with the preparation and analysis of the county-wide menu.
Works with cafeteria staffs to ensure delivery of quality food services.
Exercises proactive leadership in promoting the District and food services goals.
Works with school staffs, students, and parents in promoting good nutrition.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize problems and determine solutions. Sets high standards for self and coworkers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.89 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Temple Hills, MD 20748: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Cooking: 2 years (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person
