School Nutrition Coordinator

Carroll County Schools; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Carroll County Schools is seeking a School Nutrition Coordinator to assist the Director of School Nutrition in supervising, planning, implementing, coordinating and evaluating the food and nutrition service operation in the schools. The coordinator will also supervise in the Director's absence and support nutrition education efforts.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, as well as familiarity with local, state and federal requirements for school meals.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience as a school nutrition manager (public school experience preferred).
• SNA certification is preferred.
• Completion of Training-In-Depth courses is preferred.
• Training Skills for Managers course is preferred.
• Working knowledge of school nutrition equipment.
• Ability to work harmoniously with others and be flexible.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the program in the absence of the Director of School Nutrition.
• Assist managers with staffing, quality food preparation, production records and meal costs.
• Provide on-site training and technical assistance to managers and food assistants.
• Develop and implement new programs and assist in introducing new products to increase participation.
• Assist with adherence to local, state and federal policies and regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

School Nutrition Coordinator

Reports To: Director of School Nutrition

Job Objectives (Purpose of the position):

To assist the Director of School Nutrition in the supervision, assessment, planning, implementation, coordination and evaluation of the food and nutrition service operation in the schools. To supervise all aspects of the program in the absence of the Director of School Nutrition.

Essential Job Functions (Functions essential to attaining job objectives):

Strategic Goal Area I Student Achievement

1. Ensure all students have an opportunity to receive a healthy meal
2. Coordinate with managers as they provide nutrition education materials enabling the schools to educate the students
3. Coordinate with the System Leadership Team to provide assistance with school wide initiatives for the current year

Strategic Goal Area II Stakeholder Engagement & Loyalty

1. Guide and work with principals and managers in implementing the program in accordance with local, state and federal requirements.

Strategic Goal Area III Efficient and Effective Organizational Processes

1. Review USDA Free and Reduced Verification
2. Substitute for the School Nutrition Manager when the manager is absent for two (2) or more days, or at the Director’s request
3. Assist managers with staffing, quality food preparation, production records and meal costs
4. Possess a basic understanding of computer operations and demonstrate basic computer skills
5. Assist managers with the transfer and replacement of equipment
6. Assist managers in developing and/or improving work schedules in each kitchen
7. Conduct taste testing to evaluate food items to ensure acceptability and that they meet bid specifications
8. Plan and provide for in-house catering
9. Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Director of School Nutrition

Strategic Goal Area IV Continuous System and School Improvement

1. Assist with adherence to the local, state and federal policies and regulations
2. Conduct/assist with mandated accountability review for each school
3. Review purchased and USDA inventories and other monthly reports
4. Interpret reports to managers to help them operate the program more efficiently
5. Conduct Orientation and Training-In-Depth (TID) courses as needed
6. With the Director, evaluate the job performance of the school nutrition managers
7. Attend and/or conduct Manager’s Meetings, In-Service Training and other training required by the Director
8. Provide on-site training and technical assistance to managers and food assistants
9. Develop and implement new programs and assist in the introduction of new products to increase participation in the school nutrition operation
10. Processes applicants for substituting in the school nutrition program

Other Expectations

1. Adhere to the Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia
2. Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance /timeliness
3. Complete assignments and requirements on time and in compliance with directions
4. Maintain accurate, complete, and appropriate records and file reports promptly
5. Maintain confidentiality of information and records for students and staff

Job Standards (Minimum qualifications needed to perform essential job functions):

1. Bachelor’s degree in a related field
2. Five (5) years experience as a school nutrition manager, public school experience

preferred

1. School Nutrition Association (SNA) certified
2. Completion of the required Training-In-Depth courses
3. Training Skills for Managers course is preferred
4. Working knowledge of school nutrition equipment
5. Ability to work harmoniously with others
6. Ability to avert potential problems and be flexible

Job Location (Place(s) where work is performed):

Operations Center

Equipment (Machines, devices, tools, etc., used in job performance):

Current Technology and Specialized Resources

Critical Skills/Expertise (Needed for this job specifically):

1. Communication skills - written and verbal
2. Organizational skills

FLSA:

Exempt

Name of Evaluation Instrument for this job description:

Carroll County Leadership Annual Evaluation or Leader Keys