Food Service Supervisor

Department: Head Start
Location: 110 East Commerce Rd, Marshfield, MO 65706
Reports Directly To: Area Supervisor
Employment Type: full-time, full-year 40hrs/week
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary: $17.46/hour

About Us

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing poverty and strengthening communities by providing services and support to individuals and families throughout the Ozarks. OACAC Head Start provides comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, family support, and disability services to children ages birth through five and their families.

Position Overview

The Food Service Supervisor is an important part of the Head Start team and works closely with center staff and children each day. This position prepares and serves high-quality meals according to established menus while supporting food preparation, meal service, and kitchen operations. The Food Service Supervisor also helps ensure nutrition, health, sanitation, and food safety standards are followed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to established menus and program standards.
• Oversee food preparation, production, delivery, and meal service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Follow food safety, nutrition, health, and sanitation requirements.
• Complete administrative tasks related to food service operations.
• Work cooperatively with center staff and interact positively with children and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience.
• Experience with quantity cooking.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Friendly, flexible, dependable, and able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate professionally with children, staff, and families.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Compensation

$17.46 per hour

Benefits

• Employer-Paid Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Work Environment
• Positive Team Culture

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon completion of required background checks and other pre-employment requirements applicable to the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status.