Job Description
Food Service Coordinator Qualifications:
Education:
High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in food service management, hospitality, or related field preferred. Experience:
At least 2 years of experience in food service, including supervisory responsibilities. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe certification preferred). Reports To:
Superintendent Work Days/Hours:
7.5 hrs daily/ Follows the school calendar Major Responsibilities:
Plan, coordinate, and oversee the preparation and serving of daily meals that meet nutritional guidelines. Keep reports, records, and inventories current. Maintain records for the maximum period required by law and/or board policy. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to food service operations (e.g., USDA, school district policies). Monitor inventory levels and order food, supplies, and equipment as needed while staying within budget. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in food prep, service, and storage areas. Manage meal production records, payroll records, and other administrative duties. Coordinate with school administration to support special events and nutrition programs. Address student and staff concerns in a professional and timely manner. Implement cost control and waste reduction measures. Train new staff members, schedule substitute staff as needed, and approve staff timesheets for payroll. Use point of sale reports to prepare the bank deposits. Submit reports and deposits to the Corporation Treasurer's office. Assist in financial reporting for the school corporation Assist in Annual performance evaluations for the kitchen staff in collaboration with the Head Cook/Kitchen Supervisor. Provide constructive feedback and setting goals for professional growth and individual development. Facilitate staff meetings to review procedures, training, and school calendar. Promote a favorable image of the schools district and food service department. Build community partnership that enhances the school programs and services. Uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures Perform other such duties as directed by the Superintendent. Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee should be able to use the following machines, tools, equipment, and work aids which may represent, but not be all inclusive, of those commonly associated with this type of work: pen, pencil, tape recorder, calculator, shredder, resource materials, computers, typewriter, and various chemicals/materials such as copier toner, developer, permanent markers, etc. Nondiscrimination Clause:
Metropolitan School District of New Durham Township is committed to equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, handicapping conditions, or national origin including limited English proficiency, in any employment opportunity. No person is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination on such basis under any educational program or student activity.
