Child Nutrition Specialty Services Supervisor

Definition

Under the direction of the Director of Child Nutrition, the Child Nutrition Specialty Services Supervisor supports the educational process with specific responsibility for planning, organizing, directing, and reviewing the District’s food service operations; plans the Master Menu, especially for students identified with special nutrition needs; monitors analyzes and reports nutrient analysis; and ensures compliance with federal requirements and other regulations pertaining to the District’s nutrition program. The incumbents in this classification provide the school community with meals that meet student’s nutritional requirements which directly support student learning and achievement.

Examples of Duties/Essential Job Functions

The following alphabetical list of functions, duties, and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions, duties, and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Assists as directed by the Assistant Director of Child Nutrition with ensuring that Federal guidelines are followed for the child nutrition program provided to the general student population.
• Coordinates food preparation for special events such as field trip meals and other off-site activities requiring availability of food/meals.
• Coordinates with Child Nutrition personnel for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs.
• Develops and tests recipes occasionally as directed for the purpose of determining attractive food presentation, taste, and compliance with child nutrition standards.
• Implements assigned activities and/or projects for the purpose of complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Meets with various Child Nutrition staff site leads and supervisors to identify issues and address problems requiring supervisory attention.
• Operates specialized equipment used to wrap meals for transport, including troubleshooting minor issues and calling for servicing as needed.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars to convey and/or gather information, identify new ways to better serve students, and/or improve the taste and freshness of meals.
• Plans the District's Master Menu for students identified with special dietary needs (e.g., allergens, specialty food requirements) for the purpose of ensuring that federal guidelines are followed for child nutrition programs.
• Prepares a variety of materials (e.g., reports, spreadsheets, transport logs, memos, letters, procedures, manuals, etc.) to document activities, meal counts, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Recommends policies, procedures, and/or actions (e.g., food purchases, equipment, menus, programs, etc.) for new programs and providing feedback to meet the district's goals and objectives for child nutrition.
• Supervises a small staff in Child Nutrition to order specialty products and maintain equipment for specialty meals and non-allergen dietary requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District, including various mandatory District trainings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
(At time of application)
Knowledge of:

• All Child Nutrition program requirements and guidelines
• Health and sanitation standards/hazards and safety practices and procedures related to quantity food handling, preparation, and serving
• Food and nutrition principles and food technology
• Recipe development and analysis
• Principles and practices of supervision and training

Skills and Abilities to:

• Apply appropriately and effectively principles and practices of supervision and training
• Adapt to changing work priorities, processes, and procedures
• Communicate and work with diverse groups and individuals
• Plan and manage projects
• Assign tasks to employees and evaluate their performance
• Provide guidance and feedback to team members
• Analyze issues to solve problems and create action plans
• Set priorities and meet deadlines and schedules
• Work independently with minimal direction
• Follow oral and written instructions, directions, procedures, and protocols relating to Child Nutrition Services
• Work as part of a team
• Process and work with detailed information and data
• Operate standard office equipment including a variety of assigned hardware and software applications
• Prepare and maintain accurate records

RESPONSIBILITY:
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.

Employment Standards/Minimum Qualifications

( At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed above .)
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
An Associate degree from a nationally approved accredited college or university in food service management, nutrition, or related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Three (3) years of work experience in a large food facility that included volume food handling, preparation, storage, and serving and that included supervisory experience delegating work to employees and providing performance evaluation. Experience in a school food service program at both the elementary and secondary school levels is preferred.
LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• Valid, current California Driver’s License for travel to/from District Office and school sites and to workshops, conferences, and training relative to the performance of job functions, duties, and responsibilities.

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED:

• Pass the District’s applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score
• Possession of, or ability and qualifications to obtain the Food Manager Certificate within twelve (12) months of appointment and failure to do so could result in release
• After an offer of employment, obtain:

SALARY SCHEDULE:
Classified Supervisory Salary Range: 6
Work Calendar: 261 Days

Examination Process

Materials Required:
1. Completed application
2. Resume
3. Two (2) signed letters of reference - dated within the last year written for the position
4. A copy of official college transcripts or a copy of the degree earned.

*PC RULES 5.2.1.2 -5.2.1.2 - In-house employees will have first consideration for the position. If less than three rankings qualify for the position, the Personnel Commission will move to outside candidates.

The examination process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. No additional information will be accepted from applicants once the application has been submitted. Only the most qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review will be invited to the examination process.

The examination process will include a written exercise (weighted at 40%) Tentative date - Friday, October 4, 2024, and an oral examination (weighted at 60%) - Tentative date - Friday, October 11, 2024. Those applicants achieving a total minimum passing score of 70% on the written exercise and a passing score of 70% on the oral examination will be placed on the Eligibility List. The top three (3) ranks will be forwarded to the hiring authority for final interview and selection.

The Eligibility List is valid for one (1) year from the certified date.

PASSING THE ASSESSMENTS AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBILITY LIST DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.

To move forward in the selection process, you must complete an online application through this website. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application.

The examination process/examination date is subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be emailed to the address listed on your application.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION: ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information of your supervisors. Experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered for the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please get in touch with PC Specialist - Lead, Mary Siegl at (559) 675-4500 Ext 295 or email marysiegl@maderausd.org

ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Madera Unified School District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicants on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator.

Prince Marshall
Executive Director of Student and Family Support Services
1820 Howard Road
Madera, CA 93637
559-416-5826

Full-time permanent positions (more than 4 hrs/per day) provide an attractive benefit package which includes health, dental and vision coverage for the employee and eligible dependents. For a detailed list of benefits, visit our website links below.

https://www.madera.k12.ca.us/Page/9901

Closing Date/Time: 9/30/2024 4:00 PM Pacific

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