Food Services Dispatch Coordinator

Food Services Dispatch Coordinator Jefferson Parish Schools

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- MARRERO, Louisiana This job is also posted in Jefferson Parish Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5691260

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Position Description:

The Food Services Dispatch Coordinator is responsible for the allocation and distribution of all food and supplies to the district's cafeterias.

Reports To:

Executive Director of Food Services

Scope of Responsibility:

• Maintains Food Services software data base of all food items and supplies.
• Communicates regularly with food brokers and distributors regarding the regular and emergency delivery of food and supplies.
• Communicates effectively orally and in writing with Food Services staff regarding purchasing issues.
• Resolves purchasing and distribution problems in a timely, effective and efficient manner.
• Prepares bid analysis of diverted commodities.
• Coordinates the use of USDA commodities, maintaining a perpetual inventory of raw and finished goods and reconciling it with outside data bases.
• Places USDA diverted commodity orders with food brokers, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of products. Communicates with the state licensed storage facility regarding the shipment and withdrawal of USDA commodities.
• Reviews all school requisitions for accuracy. Consolidates orders and distributes to appropriate vendor.
• Reviews all vendor invoices submitted for payment, verifying that quantities and pricing are correct.
• Maintains detailed, accurate records of commodity orders and invoices for audit purposes.
• Conducts quality assurance reviews with schools regarding deliveries of food and supplies.
• Participates in the testing and evaluation of applicable products.
• Communicates with the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry regarding the use of USDA commodities and assists with site visits.
• Submits required inventory and cost reports to the Food Services Accountant.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Food Services.

Skills and Qualifications:

We seek detail-oriented, independent self-starters who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to raising student achievement and who have a record of high performance in challenging situations. Successful candidates will also demonstrate and/or possess: 3+ years of progressively increasing experience in Food Services program operations.

• Competence in using a personal computer including the district's software programs.
• Competence in using the Food Services software programs.
• Knowledge of Food Services policies and regulations relating to meal pattern requirements.
• Strong communication skills in multiple settings and the ability to be an engaging change agent and culture creator that can inspire and motivate.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to make decisions and recommendations.
• Collaborative communication style, with a proven track record of working with diverse individuals at all levels to drive decision-making and problem solving.
• High degree of professionalism, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities, while consistently demonstrating sound judgment and disciplined thinking.
• High School diploma required.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of inventory control.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Physical Involvement:

Sitting is required most of the work day. Must be able to operate office equipment. Standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds is sometimes required.

Compensation:

JPS offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. JPS also offers a competitive benefits package.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required