Assistant Director of Food & Nutrition Services

The Food & Nutrition Services department has an opening for an Assistant Director. The ideal candidate is an organized, adaptable leader with a strong knowledge of food service operations and child nutrition programs who can communicate effectively, manage multiple priorities, and ensure compliance while maintaining high standards of customer service. He/she is a hands-on team player who supports staff, improves operations, and promotes a positive, efficient work environment.

To be considered, you must apply online at www.centergrove.k12.in.us/applynow. This is a full-time, Level B, administrative position on a 220-day contract.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Service Management or Dietetics
• Registered Dietitian Preferred

Minimum Qualifications and Credentials Required:

• Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and policies governing child nutrition programs
• ServSafe Certified
• Valid Drivers License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be a team player
• Possess good organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with students, parents, school administrators, employees, vendors and public/private agencies
• Have the ability to work well with people and prioritize workload
• Have the ability to teach, learn quickly and adapt to and implement change rapidly
• Outstanding customer service skills and positive interpersonal communicational skills

Essential Functions:

• Plan, implement, and oversee food safety and sanitation procedures. Conduct regular site checks.
• Make recommendations for improvement. Report findings to the Director.
• Oversee and coordinate the daily operation of the corporation's food service program.
• Act as a fill-in manager when a manager is off work.
• Train new employees and managers (working with the site supervisor if applicable).
• Plan menus and conduct student surveys to determine customer satisfaction.
• Enter menus into nutrient analysis software to make sure they are compliant.
• Assist the Director of Food Service in processing and verifying free and reduced applications.
• Monitor food production, inventory, ordering, and handle all communication with vendors.
• Preparation of production records, including standards for quantity, quality, and nutrition for food prepared and served.
• Assist Director of Food Service in state and federal guidelines pertaining to Child Nutrition Programs.
• Analyze participation and look for way to constantly improve the program.
• Menu a la carte items that meet Smart Snacks rule.
• Responsible for creating order guide templates, checking, monitoring, and releasing food and non-food orders.
• Assist with bid development and specification writing, cost analysis of products and price comparisons.
• Coordinate and track all commodity needs and orders to be delivered and distributed to all schools on a monthly basis.
• Assist in organizing and planning food service manager meetings and training workshops.
• Conduct professional standards training when needed
• Work with individual employees on work simplification, establishing a daily routine and cross training in other areas to streamline operations.
• Assist with catering, special functions and vending orders, invoicing; and assist with events as needed.
• Monitor and update district food service website (Health-e Pro).
• Monitor and update the Command Center on Smart Temps website.
• Assist with data entry and analysis for Health-e Pro.
• Plan and create nutrition lesson plans for classroom education.
• Create monthly printed menus for staff and students.
• Create standardized recipes and menus that comply with USDA Meal Pattern using Health-e ProMenu Planning System.
• Monitor use of standardized recipes in all schools.
• Assist with recipe tasting, product sampling and upkeep of food service recipe binders. All recipes must be HACCP compliant and allergen specific.
• Create special diet menus for students.
• Assist in a corporation wellness plan. Attend all wellness committee meetings.
• Create and plan school promotions and themed menu days.
• Provide labor coverage at schools when necessary.
• Travel between schools via motor vehicle
• Plan, implement, and oversee food safety and sanitation procedures. Conduct regular site checks.
• Make recommendations for improvement. Report findings to the Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Food Service.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 30% sitting, 50% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard-free environment.

Center Grove strives to attract and retain the best and brightest employees to work with our students. We understand that supporting employees is critical, and we are proud of our commitment to providing a caring and collaborative climate, professional development opportunities, and competitive benefits. We invite you to learn more about our vision to provide exceptional educational and occupational experiences at www.centergrove.k12.in.us.

If you have any questions regarding the online application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at (317)881-9326 ext. 1605.