About the Role
As a Food Service Coordinator, you'll play an important role in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to students while ensuring food safety and regulatory compliance. You'll help coordinate daily kitchen operations, support the food service team, maintain a clean and organized environment, and contribute to a positive dining experience for every student. We are looking for someone who is dependable, organized, and committed to serving children with excellence.
About Us
Pleasant Hill Academy, Inc. is a Christ-centered private school located in the heart of Poinciana, Florida. Our mission is to provide academic excellence while fostering spiritual growth, character development, and a deep sense of purpose in our students.
We believe every member of our team plays a vital role in shaping the lives of children. As a team, we've been trusted to who provide a safe, welcoming, and Christ-like environment for students each day.
If you are dependable, safety-minded, and enjoy working with children at any capacity, we invite you to become part of our school family.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily food service operations and meal production.
- Ensure compliance with USDA, state, and local food service regulations.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness.
- Assist with inventory management, ordering, receiving, and storage of food and supplies.
- Support and communicate with food service staff to ensure efficient operations.
- Complete required documentation and maintain accurate records.
- Foster a positive, respectful environment for students, staff, and visitors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous food service or supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods.
- Must be able to successfully pass any background screening required to work in a school setting
**Required Training**
Candidates must have completed or be willing to complete the following training requirements:
Within the First Week of Employment
- NSLP Orientation
- Food Safety and Sanitation Training
- HACCP Procedures
- Personal Hygiene and Handwashing
- Allergen Awareness
- Cleaning and Chemical Safety
- Emergency Procedures
- Confidentiality and Student Interaction Expectations
Within 60 Days of Employment
- Florida-approved Food Handler Certificate (if required for the operation)
- Required USDA Professional Standards Training with documentation
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
