Food Service Manager - New Britain, United States - Consolidated School District of New Britain

Consolidated School District of New Britain

Verified Company

New Britain, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

REPORTS TO
Chief Operations Officer

PRIMARY FUNCTION
Under the general supervision of the Chief Operations Officer, the Food Service Manager oversees the District's Food Service Program which includes:

Oversight of the District's Food Service Management Company to ensure all standards of food quality, program efficiency, and compliance with sanitation and safety requirements as specified by local, state, and federal guidelines are maintained
Maintaining compliance with USDA regulations and guidance for all applicable meal and retail programs
Coordinate with the District and Food Service Management Company to prepare for the CSDE Administrative Review that occurs every three (3) years
Oversight of food service accounts (accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank deposits, withdrawals, cash management).

QUALIFICATION PROFILE
CERTIFICATION / LICENSE

Valid State Certificate in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, or business.
ServSafe Certified
Valid driver's license is required

EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree Required

EXPERIENCE

Wellversed in all aspects of food service management, with a proven track record of success, ideally in K12 foodservice
Proven track record of leading a business and a team, along with good business and financial acumen

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Ability to effectively communicate verbally, and electronically, with clients, parents, students and support staff
Must possess excellent time management and organizational skills
Bilingual Spanish is highly desirable
Exhibits initiative, organization, responsibility, flexibility, resiliency, and leadership
Fosters a culture of transparency, understanding, education, safety, and accountability
Has the ability to think critically, analytically, strategically, quickly, and accurately, can evaluate problems and make appropriate recommendations to person(s) involved
Has demonstrated the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fastpaced, dynamic work environment
Must be able to climb, bend, stoop and reach.
Must be able to walk and stand for long periods.
Working in confined spaces is sometimes required.
Must be able to push, pull or lift at least 15 pounds.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct annual onsite monitoring requirements required by the State Department of Education prior to February 1st of each year
Conduct the required Triennial Assessment of Wellness Policy implementation
Responsible for all State and Federal reporting including, ED103 claim submissions, Verification Report, Healthy Food Certification Statement, Street Assignment Verification, and all parent notification forms
Assist with preparing food service program updates for board reporting
Establishes policies and procedures around menu planning based on principles of good nutrition and established guidelines, as well as student acceptance
Analyze monthly menus prepared by the Food Service Management Company, ensuring all menu requirements are being met and in compliance with USDA nutrient composition at all grade levels
In collaboration with our Food Service Management Company, maintain systems and operating procedures for daily sales and the ordering, receiving and storage of food and supplies, maximizing opportunities for subsidies and reimbursements
Schedule for the inspection of all safety and food service equipment in the kitchens, as required
Attend State and Board of Education meetings and food shows, and serve on district level committees, as required
Markets the breakfast and lunch programs to students, families, and staff through effective merchandising and promotions while monitoring quality using feedback surveys and advisory groups
Verifies all invoices for accuracy and ensures payment in a timely manner
Bid Preparation and execution following State & Federal procurement guidelines for contracting with a Food Service Management Company
Make recommendations to improve food program quality and operations
Review of FSMC's Profit and Loss Statement and provide recommendations for management of food, labor, and direct expenses

ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor or designee.

EQUIPMENT
Uses computers, network systems, provided district technology and job-related equipment as required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel required to all school district buildings regularly.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
SALARY & BENEFITS

Non-union exempt position in alignment with Local 818 contract - Grade 1a

WORK SCHEDULE

Twelvemonth work year.
40 hours per week, with the ability to work flexible hours.
Exempt position.
Annual $2,500 mileage reimbursement stipend.

UNION AFFILIATION
Non-Union

Job description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

The Consolidated School District of New Bri