Starting Date: ImmediatelyJob DescriptionJob Title: Food Service Specialist, Child Nutrition ProgramsJob Code: 432Grade: GDepartment: Child Nutrition ProgramsPrepared By: Richard DezendorfPrepared Date: December 12, 1997Approved By: David A. BarrApproved Date: April 4, 2001Revised By: Al GrahamRevised Date: July 14, 2016SummaryResponsible for teaching managers to perform their job according to Child Nutrition Programs policies; develops standardized recipes; handles special food functions; issues supplies and conducts school reviews.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesFollow policies and procedures of the Child Nutrition Programs Department.Teach and demonstrate all jobs in the Child Nutrition Programs units as assigned.Conduct testing of new food items and standardization of recipes.Develop promotional materials for cafeteria dining area.Handle special food functions for Child Nutrition Programs department, office of the superintendent, and other authorized functions (Leadership Breakfast, Volunteer Tea, Senior Recognition Tea, etc.).Conduct school reviews as assigned.Maintain permanent record of daily activities.Plan, organize and oversee the work of assigned personnel.Work tactfully and harmoniously with schools, staff, agencies, parents and the public.Exhibit physical stamina and emotional stability to work effectively under pressure.Maintain confidentiality of records, reports and conversations.Project a neat, well‑groomed, appropriately dressed appearance.Perform related duties as required or assigned.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED with additional specialized or technical training; equivalency to 5-7 years of progressive skilled trade experience; completion of a manager training program; certified manager by the Louisiana State Department of Education. College courses desired.Language SkillsAttend all manager meetings, workshops and other professional development activities. Demonstrate and promote good public relations, good nutrition and student participation. Promote unit participation in professional organizations, school lunch week promotions and other special promotions.Reasoning AbilityApply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Skills RelatedOperate office equipment such as computer, printer, calculator, cash register, typewriter and copying machine. Install computers and perform minor computer repairs.Personal CharacteristicsPlan, organize and carry out work under minimal supervision. Work tactfully and harmoniously with schools, staff, agencies, parents and the public. Maintain confidentiality of records, reports and conversations.Physical DemandsRegularly use hands to handle or feel objects or controls. Frequently talk or hear. Occasionally lift or move light to moderate weight.Work EnvironmentQuiet noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Professional ConductMaintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach includes neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts contrary to CPSB policy, unlawful activities or other conduct seriously prejudicial to the school system.Chain of SupervisionChild Nutrition Programs DirectorTerms of Employment201 daysPosition TypeFull-TimeSalary$32,928 to $43,534 Per YearLocationCaddo Parish School District Central Office – Shreveport, Louisiana#J-18808-Ljbffr