JOB TITLE: Food Service Director

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Principal and Pastor

HRS/WEEK: 35-40 Hours

Date: May 2024

Primary Purpose:

Directs a comprehensive food services program and assumes direct responsibility for all aspects of food services administration. Responsible for planning, preparing and serving school lunch to students on a daily basis, following nutrition and portion guidelines established by the state.

Essential Functions:

• Plan menus that are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing, while following all required state and federal guidelines.
• Orders food, controls inventory and prepares detailed food services reports.
• Maintain all appropriate records including, but not limited to, food use and expenditures. Complete all required state and federal forms and reports.
• Plan, organize and delegate the activities of aides who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Cleans work area equipment and cooking utensils, with assistance of school lunch aides.
• Maintains kitchen in an organized, safe, and sanitary manner, consistent with local and state health code requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned, special projects, balancing of workload, or assisting in the absence of other employees.
• ServSafe certified; will cover the cost of class if needed.
• Responds appropriately to supervision. Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity. Fosters commitment and team spirit.

Collaborative Relationships: Interacts extensively with the following:

• School Principal
• Students, faculty, and staff
• School lunch aides

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· School lunch aides

Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required or Preferred:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Knowledge of USDA guidelines and County Health Departments Safe Food Handling Guidelines. Previous work experience in food service in a facility of comparable size is preferred. Must be able to supervise additional workers, directing and delegating tasks as needed. Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, and members of the public required.

Physical and Cognitive Requirements:

Active work – The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Duties may require working at distances close to the eyes; work requires reading and visual interpretation, and bookkeeping skills. While performing this job, the staff member must be able to:

· Speak, hear, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing using proper grammar and vocabulary.

· Stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to position items over and under, push, pull, move or lift a minimum of 10 pounds and be able to push, pull, move or carry such weight a minimum of 10 feet, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.

· Occasionally lift over 50 pounds with assistance from coworkers.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required in the position described and may be supplemented or amended as necessary. In addition, I understand that this employer is an entity owed and operated by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sioux City. Given that the Diocese is a religious organization whose mission is the promulgation of Catholic teachings and ideals, I agree to be respectful of the Catholic Church and its teachings and to comply with the moral standards of the Roman Catholic Church. I will refrain from any conduct or lifestyle that is in contradiction of Catholic social doctrine or morals including, but not limited to: cohabitation outside of marriage; sexual activity outside of wedlock, same-sex sexual activity, use of abortion; use of surrogate moth; advocacy (defined as presenting or promoting as acceptable) for conduct, lifestyle, positions, policies, programs, causes or movements in contradiction to Catholic social doctrine or morals; and/or flagrant deceit or dishonesty.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Spencer, IA 51301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person