Company Name: Texas Association for School Nutrition

Job Category: Director

Location: Austin, TX

Postition Type: Full-Time

Desired Education/Experience: Bachelors Degree in related field or a minimum of 5 years experience as a Child Nutrition Director in public schools

Special Knowledge and Skills:

Must have knowledge of educational course development , testing, and credentially activities. Be able to utilize association data systems to process, plan, and effectively support member education and certification. Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills with a pleasant telephone manner; be able to correspond with people of various education levels; have a neat clean appearance; work independently with ability to prioritize and organize work; meet deadlines and follow through to completion on lengthy harmoniously with other staff members an association  members; and  be willing to adhere to budgetary restraint.

Primary Function:

Execute the TASN Continuing Education and Certification programs by course development and delivery, providing foundation for regional trainings, conference educational opportunities and all other training activities which can be used for certification and/or recertification.

Please email cover letter and resume  to nancyf@tasn.net

Sheldon ISD

Duty Days: 183

Application Deadline:  Until Filled

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to the Child Nutrition Department.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum Certification:  TASN Level 4 or actively involved in completing.
• Minimum experience:  Three years experience in a food service environment preferably school food service.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.  Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Successful completion of the Harris County Food Service Manager's Certification Program or equivalent.

Skills

• Supervise and participate in the preparation and service of food.
• Cash management.
• Train specialists assigned to the campus
• Assign tasks and work schedules.
• Order inventory
• Complete accurate Food Production Records
• Proficient computer skills

Contact:  Child Nutrition Department, 11411 CE King Parkway Houston, Texas 77044  281-727-2040.

PLANO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

JOB TITLE:               Division Supervisor - FANS                 AGE/HOUR STATUS:          Exempt

REPORTS TO:          Assistant Director                                 PAY GRADE:                         801

DEPT/SCHOOL:        Food & Nutritional Services (FANS)    DATE REVISED:                  08/12/10                                 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

            Responsible for supervising food service managers in technical and procedural work methods. Responsible for ensuring that school facilities are in compliance with all local, state, and federal policy and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s of Science in Food and Nutrition or in Restaurant, Hotel, and Institutional Management or Equivalent years experience in a food service establishment

Texas School Food Service Association Level V Certifiable

Completion of a credited sanitation course and maintain certification

Driving record that is insurable by Plano ISD’s insurance carrier

30 hours of Professional Development annually

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of food production and management concepts, ability to ensure quality control measures are in place

Knowledge of current Federal Child Nutrition Programs

Knowledge of all USDA guidelines and procedures

Knowledge of IBM compatible computer systems utilizing software for word

processing, spreadsheets, electronic mail, and other food service software applications

Competence in adult education techniques, classroom education techniques, materials

development and evaluation

Ability to communicate well, both verbally and written

Experience

Three years of management experience in a food service and or related establishment

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

            Schedule campus visitations for monitoring purposes a minimum of 80% of the work week

            Supervise and evaluate food service managers at designated campuses serving as a liaison between the

            FANS administrative staff and the campus principal and staff. 

Perform on site visitation reviews to evaluate operational practices for production management, quality control,

sanitation, safety, personnel management and parent/student involvement

            Review, monitor and evaluate monthly profit and loss reports

Educate FANS managers on the rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards set by the department

            Monitor the Federal Breakfast and Lunch Program to ensure regulations are being met

            Provide direct supervision during emergency situations at assigned campuses

            Provide assistance to managers in the following areas:  organizational skills, technical knowledge, and required

            paperwork including production records and work schedules

            Evaluate staff requirements at assigned campus sites

            Responsible for staff development and in-service training programs

            Completion of FANS manager evaluations

            Participate in testing and evaluation of all food and non-food service products

            Assist with special events such as catering/concessions and/or projects as assigned by FANS director and/or

            administrative staff

            Attend and participate in all meetings as scheduled by the food service director

            Participate in departmental administrative functions including budgeting, purchasing, and planning as related

            to the development and updates of operational and strategic plans

            Attend workshops, district staff development sessions, and other continuing education courses to improve

            supervisor’s basic knowledge of food service operations

            Follow all rules, regulations and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from administrative staff

            Assist with training of Dietetic students during their internship rotation

            Perform other functions that may be assigned by the administrative staff

EQUIPMENT USED:

Various, computers, printers, copiers, calculators, computer hardware and software systems, AV equipment, fax,

scanner; and audiovisual equipment.  Knowledge of operational techniques for large and small equipment. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

                        Maintain emotional control under stress; mentally alert, able to learn and apply new methods in all areas;

                        initiator, makes suggestions for improvements.

Physical Demands:

Frequent district wide and/or statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.  Frequent standing, sitting, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, and kneeling.  Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.  Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions.

            Environmental Factors:

Moderate exposure to extreme hot and/or cold temperatures; excessive humidity, dampness or chilling; excessive noise, intermittent; fumes, smoke, or gases; solvents (degreasing agents); grease and oils; work around machinery with moving parts; work around moving objects; work with hands in water.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Nutrition, Nutrition Education, or Dietetics from four-year accredited college or university; Registered and/or Licensed Dietitian preferred or RD eligible; member of the American Dietetic Association; successful record of experience in planning, organizing and supervising; and acceptable reference reports.  The successful applicant must have proficient computer skills utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite and NutriKids.

Reports To:

School Nutrition Director

Job Goal:

Ensure high standards of quality nutrition and efficiency in all School Nutrition endeavors by the establishment and maintenance of departmental programs through instruction, implementation, and supervision.

Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible to serve as a role model for all Departmental staff;

2. Develop all menus to ensure compliance at all times with Departmental, TDA and USDA regulations;

3. Evaluate and conduct nutrient analysis of menus to ensure compliance at all times with Departmental, TDA and USDA regulations;

4. Evaluate and refine department recipes and procedures;

5. Develop and maintain department production records and procedures;

6. Monitor, coordinate and maintain appropriate records for students with special dietary needs;

7. Write special diets, and instruct employees on food purchasing and preparation techniques;

8. Provide assistance and nutrition information for promotions and marketing projects;

9. Develop and maintain Departmental programs in student and parent involvement;

10. Develop and maintain the Department's facilities use as a "learning laboratory" for students and as a resource center for educators;

11. Develop and maintain Departmental training programs for all personnel;

12. Plan and present in-service training and manager's meetings, as assigned;

13. Maintain good report with students, educators, service and support personnel, civic groups, parents, and the general public;

14. Actively seek means to improve community awareness of School Nutrition operations, aims and objectives;

15. Conduct all operations in accordance with applicable District, State and Federal laws and regulations;

16. Conduct inspections and evaluations of individual cafeterias, as assigned, to ensure proper operation;

17. Prepare reports on various units as required;

18. Initiate annual contract renewal, plan, organize and supervise the Summer Food Service Program;

19. Attend continuing education programs to maintain ADA and TDA certification;

20. Perform other duties as assigned by the School Nutrition Director.

2009-2010 Salary Range:  $38,676-$53,961 (227 days)