Food Service Manager - District Wide

District Food Service Manager Reports to: Chief of Operations Salary Range: $88,000 - $95,000 The Food Service Manager is responsible for leading, creating, and maintaining an exceptional food service program for students and staff. This position provides leadership necessary to continuously improve the Windsor Public Schools food service program in the area of recipe, menu, and staff development and make decisions that effectively and efficiently use available resources. Windsor Public Schools is an active participant in the National School Lunch Program and other Federal and State programs. Supervisory Responsibilities: Experienced in handling staff problems and concerns in a timely manner Ability to effectively plan and organize workload of staff Assist in establishing and enforcing work methods, sanitation, and health standards Be knowledgeable with all position duties, equipment, and operations Direct food service managers and workers for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the work force Essential Responsibilities/Duties: Oversees the daily operation of the food service program Oversees and ensures compliance of food services department in reference to all local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to food safety and wellness Completes all paperwork necessary for state and federal free/reduced meal reimbursements Processes Free and Reduced Applications Administer personnel policies and evaluate all personnel ensuring accountability for meeting/exceeding clearly defined expectations Interview and recommend the hiring of all food service personnel Develops and administers the food service budget and strictly adheres to all state and federal related policies and marketing of the program Maintains and balances the budget to assure for a self-sustained enterprise account Manages financial operations of the food services department and reports on the operations to the Board of Education Directs and oversees the planning, organizing, scheduling, and implementation functions and resources of the food service department to achieve its goals and objectives of providing an appealing, nutritious menu in the most cost-efficient and effective manner Develops and actively manages monthly department performance metrics, while constantly focused on improvement. This includes, but is not limited to, production records, participation data, etc. Maintains and plans for the food service equipment, repairs, and replacement Directs and engages with school staff to facilitate catering events Maintains school Nutrition Association of CT membership and complies with all Professional Development requirements Continually learns and grows as a professional and ensures the same for all direct reports as required by CSDE Leads district food services committee, consisting of students, parents, teachers, administrators, food service staff, and BOE members Seeks and develops innovative ideas as related to food quality, variety, and presentation Engages with local businesses and community partners to enhance the viability of the food service program Works cooperatively with health department officials and school wellness committee Assists district personnel as required and perform other duties as assigned Adheres to Town purchasing requirements that all awarded Bids are followed through and administered Qualifications & Experience: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's Degree in food service management, nutrition, or Registered Dietitian status preferred Five years of experience in a food service environment, preferably in a K-12 experience preferred Three to five year managing people Proven success with managing a significant budget Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Point of Sal (POS) System Software Strong Leadership Skills Meets USDA established minimum professional standards required for school nutrition professionals Caring, thoughtful individual that enjoys working with people Creative thinker with a focus on customer satisfaction Excellent oral and written communicator Knowledgeable of Bookkeeping/Budgeting Result driven, enthusiastic, energetic, involved, collaborative leader Perceptive and flexible Presents self as a confident, competent professional Must possess or be able to obtain a Certified Sanitation and Food Safety Certificate FLSA Status: Exempt Windsor Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F Windsor Public Schools are committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. Windsor Public Schools do not discriminate in any employment practice, education program or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal non-discrimination laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Windsor Public Schools