Nutrition Services Manager

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Job Title: Assistant Director of Nutritional Services - Location: District - Reports To: Director of Nutrition - Subordinates: Nutrition Department Staff - Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt - Salary: $20.43 - $24.04/hour - Position Summary: - The Assistant Director of Nutrition plays a vital role in supporting the Director of Nutritional Services in ensuring the effective operation of the school's food service program. - This position involves overseeing food preparation, managing inventory, assisting with meeting National School Lunch Program (NSLP) requirements, and maintaining high standards for food safety and sanitation. - The Assistant Director will also assist in managing staff, ensuring coverage during absences, and handling various administrative and operational tasks to maintain a smooth workflow within the department. - This role also involves collaborating with school staff, parents, and the community to ensure that the food service program meets the needs of students. - Work Schedule: - Shift: 6:30 am to 3:00 pm - Days: Monday - Friday (Occasional Weekends as Needed for Special Events) - Snow Day, School Vacations, Holidays: This position is scheduled to work a modified school year which includes pay for all school vacations, snow days, and holidays, but excludes summer school vacation. - Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - - Assist the Director of Nutritional Services in ensuring all components and regulations of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) are met while adhering to safety standards and practices. - - Prepare and cook in large quantities, as needed, ensuring meals meet quality standards and are served on time. - - Understand and follow verbal and written instructions, and effectively plan, organize, multi-task, and prioritize to meet deadlines. - - Maintain accurate and up-to-date information related to inventory, NOI/FFS, and all collaborative bidding items. - - Assist the Director of Nutritional Services in ensuring department coverage during employee absences. - - Attend meetings as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information necessary to perform job functions. - - Work collaboratively with the team to assist with miscellaneous tasks as needed. - - Evaluate situations involving staff, students, parents, and the public to determine appropriate actions and/or direct to the appropriate personnel for resolution. - - Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nutritional Services. - Minimum Requirements: - - High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) Required. - - Minimum of Three Years of Experience in Quantity Food Service Production. - - At Least One Year of Supervisory Experience is Preferred. - Additional Requirements: - - Background Check and Fingerprinting as required by Massachusetts State Regulations. - - Ability to work in compliance with Federal, State, and District policies and regulations. - - Completion of any required professional development or certifications as mandated by the District. - Equipment Used: - - Kitchen Appliances (including ovens, stoves, refrigerators, and dishwashers). - - Basic Office Equipment (such as computers, copy machines, calculators, telephones, and Point-of-Sale (POS) systems). - Work Environment: - - The position primarily operates indoors in a kitchen/cafeteria setting. - - The noise level varies from moderate to high, depending on kitchen activities. - - May be exposed to heat, cold, dust, and non-toxic food-related fumes. - Physical Demands: - - Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and carry food supplies (up to 50 lbs.), and perform repetitive motions. - - Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, and stretching. - - Standing or walking for the entirety of an 8-hour shift. - Important Note: - Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. - Compensation and Benefits: - - Non-Exempt Position with Compensation Based on Relevant Experience. - - This Position is Not on a Salary Scale. - - 40-hour per week, 10-month per year, non-exempt hourly position. - - Comprehensive benefits package including Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System (MTRS), Medical/Dental/Vision, Life Insurance, 403(b) & Roth403(b) with Match, Dash Pass (Doordash), YMCA Discounts, Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML), Sick Time with Sick Bank, Personal Days, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA).