Child Care Food Program Assistant Manager

WHO WE ARE

GLEAMNS Human Resources Commission, Incorporated, is a community-based organization that works in partnership with our local communities to deliver quality services, assistance, and opportunities to eligible customers with emphasis placed on education, employment, and developing self-sufficiency. We provide a “hand-up” to families dedicated to lifting themselves from poverty. One of our flagship programs is Head Start which provides a quality education, healthy meals, and safe playing environment for preschool-aged children to create a strong foundation to help our communities’ children thrive and succeed. Because of our commitment to education, GLEAMNS participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program and you can pay off student loans by working on our team. We want you to join our team where we are…People Helping People.

THE MISSION

The Child Care Food Program Assistant Manager is expected to:

• Assist with managing the Child Care Food Program according to the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Services Federal Regulations, the South Carolina Department of Social Services Child Care Licensing Regulations, and the South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental Control Regulations.
• Assist with keeping records required by government agencies regarding sanitation and food subsidies.
• Assist with reviewing and submitting food and non-food orders for purchases made by the kitchens.
• Assist with negotiating contracts and bids with school districts and food vendors with the assistance of Purchasing Manager, as required.

• Assist with training or set up training for staff and governing bodies on agency’s policies and requirements.

A SNAPSHOT OF EXCITING THINGS YOU WILL DO:

• Assist the Child Care Food Program Manager in ensuring overall compliance with all federal, State, and local entities governing the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
• Compile all data necessary to prepare the CCFP reimbursement claims.
• Assist in menu planning, ensure menus are set up in spreadsheet, sent to printer and centers receive menus each month.
• Maintain all records for the CCFP Department.
• Assist CCFP Manager with filing, correspondence, Head Start Standards etc.
• Input data in the computer for electronic food, paper and chemicals orders.
• Assist manager with monitoring CCFP Program requirements.
• Help develop spreadsheets.
• Assist and monitor with the department’s supply inventory and related documentation.
• Any other job-related duties deemed necessary by the CCFP Program Manager or other appropriate Manager.

HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Leadership — Willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction in a way that develops teamwork and high performance.
• Initiative — Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Analytical Thinking — Analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• Adaptability/Flexibility — Be open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

• Communicates effectively: Provide information to customers, supervisors, and co-workers, in-person, by phone, and email.
• Service-Oriented: Developing constructive relationships with students, parents, and Agency staff.
• Technology savvy: Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, enter data, or process information.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Drives results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
• Team Player: Work effectively in a team environment.
• Problem Solver: Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Work Ethic: Positive attitude, assertive, dependable, and energetic.
• Critical Thinking: Use reasoning to determine alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Administration and Management: Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Associate’s Degree in the field of dietetics or a related field of study preferred or combination of education and experience commensurate with job description.
• ServSafe certification preferred or obtained within 6 months.
• Certification from the American Dietetic Association preferred.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a quality food service position with record keeping, preparation, automated buying system, operation, and some managerial experience.
• Knowledge of computer and software, such as but not limited to Microsoft 360 and DSS Database System.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and exhibit cooperative, enthusiastic, dedicated, flexible, dependable and friendly attitude.
• Computer savvy, especially Microsoft products.

• Must be able to work well on a team.

• Ability to relate to disadvantaged children and their parents.

• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License is required.
• Travel required throughout service area to monitor centers, and statewide and national training conferences

• The ability to meet the following physical requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

Reports To: CCFP Manager

Benefits:

• South Carolina State Health Plan, dental, and vision insurance

• Short term and long-term disability insurance
• South Carolina State Retirement System
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness – a student loan forgiveness program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off- sick and vacation
• Holidays

Schedule:

• 8:00AM-5:00PM Monday through Friday, typically – some weekends and after hours required

GLEAMNS Human Resources Commission, Inc. considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.

GLEAMNS HUMAN RESOURCES, INC. IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EOE) AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AA) EMPLOYER.

Please contact us at: https://www.gleamnshrc.org/menus/human-resources.html or call 864.223.8434.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Associate’s Degree in the field of dietetics or a related field of study preferred or combination of education and experience commensurate with job description.
• ServSafe certification preferred or obtained within 6 months.
• Certification from the American Dietetic Association preferred.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a quality food service position with record keeping, preparation, automated buying system, operation, and some managerial experience.
• Knowledge of computer and software, such as but not limited to Microsoft 360 and DSS Database System.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and exhibit cooperative, enthusiastic, dedicated, flexible, dependable and friendly attitude.
• Computer savvy, especially Microsoft products.

• Must be able to work well on a team.

• Ability to relate to disadvantaged children and their parents.

• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License is required.
• Travel required throughout service area to monitor centers, and statewide and national training conferences

• The ability to meet the following physical requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.