School Nutrition Assistant Director

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Supervise, plan, assess, implement, and evaluate the food services of the Douglas County school nutrition program in order to meet the nutrition needs and nutrition education requirements of children while adhering to all local, state, and Federal regulations.

PAY GRADE: Administrator Salary Schedule - Grade L - Salary Range: $70,165.00 to $98,567.00. Salary placement will be based on Douglas County Board of Education approved salary schedules and years of verified experience.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 231 Days (12 Months)

REPORTS TO: Director of Food Services

EDUCATION LEVEL: Bachelor’s degree in foods and nutrition, dietetics or restaurant management and Master’s degree in a related area of advanced study. Preference will be given to a registered dietitian.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: Must obtain a clear renewable School Nutrition Director (P-12) S Certificate, Level 5 within 3-5 years from date of hire, awarded through the Georgia Professional Standards. Valid Georgia Driver’s License required.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years experience in food service management. Preference will be given for food service management experience in a school or hospital setting and current ServSafe certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities, including driving personal or school system vehicle. Lift and carry up to 40 lbs.

PROFICIENT SKILLS: Communication, management, budgeting, and instructional skills needed to perform job responsibilities. Preference will be given for proficiency with nutrient analysis software , Spreadsheet software, or /or web design.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.

2. Oversee assigned “Area of Focus” and provide assistance/support to other areas of

focus:

3. Advisor to/support of DCSNA - Marketing/Promotions

4. Menu Develop and Nutrient Analysis - Summer Feeding Program

5. Wellness initiatives

6. Evaluate food products for appropriateness to school nutrition and develop standardized recipes based on nutrition standards for quality, cost, customer preference, and ease of preparation.

7. Conduct annual reviews/performance evaluation of kitchens and manager in each assigned school, including problem identification and program improvement recommendations. Reviews/evaluations completed and communicated to manager by deadline.

8. Evaluate food service production and service methods in schools during visits and address needed changes with manager. Make recommendations to School Nutrition Director director for department level procedure updates/improvements.

9. Assist the School Nutrition Director in developing, implementing and monitoring safety and sanitation practices.

10. Assist School Nutrition Director with program financial analysis. Evaluate financial position of assigned kitchens in relation to annual benchmarks and advise manager on ways to improve performance.

11. Assist teachers, school nurses, administrative personnel and parents in providing for the nutritional needs of students with special dietary needs.

12. Collaborate with school administration and provide feedback in response to customer service issues.

13. Interact with other school district departments to facilitate services to school cafeterias.

14. Provide input and material for promotion of the school nutrition program to be used through various media channels such as, newspaper, social media and system website.

15. Oversee personnel management at assigned schools. To include: interviews, selection, training, evaluation and proper labor usage within meals per labor hour MPLH benchmark.

16. Plan and implement in-service meetings and trainings based on system needs as directed by the School Nutrition Director and as outlined by the State Department of Education. Provide on-site training as needed to reinforce compliance with policy and procedures.

17. Advise managers regarding personnel policies and procedures. Assist managers in

mediating local school employee relations and performance concerns.

18. Attend professional development programs to gain knowledge beneficial to the continued improvement of the school nutrition program.

19. Performs other duties as assigned by School Nutrition Director while following applicable policies and procedures.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applicants should complete an application at

www.dcssga.org. Submit a cover letter stating interest in this specific position, a standard resume, and a list of three references with address and phone numbers.

Please email your application materials to Human.Resources@dcssga.org

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,165.00 - $98,567.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Douglasville, GA 30134: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,165 - $98,567