Directors/Supervisors

Nutrition Services Assistant Director - Long Beach Unified School District
Nutrition Services Assistant Director - Long Beach Unified School District
Food Services Compliance and Operations Administrator - San Diego Unified School District

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Long Beach Unified School District

Nutrition Services Assistant Director
Closing Date:  April 25, 2025

Job Description:  All applications must be submitted via https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/longbeachusd

Job Responsibility:  Under the direction of the Nutrition Services Director, assist in planning and directing the operations and activities of the District's Nutrition Services department; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; perform related duties as assigned.

Job Requirement:  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field.

A master's degree in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field us preferred. Coursework in food service management or nutritional sciences is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
Four-years of experience at a supervisory or management level in an institutional food service organization. Experience within a K-12 educational agency is preferred.

Any other combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired skills, knowledge or abilities may be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
(1) Positions in this classification require the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid California driver's license. (2) Applicants for this classification will be required to obtain and submit, at his/her own expense, his/her current motor vehicle driving record at the time of appointment. The record must meet and be maintained at the District's safe driving standard. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification of the applicant regardless of any other standing. (3) Incumbents must obtain a valid Food Safety Manager certificate issued by an authorized agency within completion of probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment in this classification. (4) At the time of appointment, an incumbent must certify in writing they have completed eight hours of food safety training within five years of their employment start date or will complete eight hours of food safety training within 30 days of employment to this class. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification and/or rejection of the eligible regardless of any other standing

Contact:  All applications must be submitted via https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/longbeachusd

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Long Beach Unified School District

Nutrition Services Assistant Director
Closing Date:  April 25, 2025

Job Description:  Under the direction of the Nutrition Services Director, assist in planning and directing the operations and activities of the District's Nutrition Services department; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; perform related duties as assigned.

Job Responsibility:  The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

• Assist in planning and directing the operations and activities of the District's Nutrition Services department including the review of school site cafeterias, nutritional education programs, sanitation, storage, transport and delivery of food products and purchasing and accounting functions; assure compliance with federal and State laws, regulations and policies. E
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; plan, coordinate and conduct in-service training programs. E
• Visit sites to observe and evaluate food services personnel and procedures; develop and recommend improved methods of food preparation and service; maintain direct contact with site staff regarding compliance and control matters; drive a District or personal vehicle to conduct site visits and attend meetings. E
• Participate in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs designed to develop assigned programs and services; recommend and establish operating procedures for Nutrition Service activities and operations. E
• Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Nutrition Services Director regarding assigned functions; advise the Director of unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action. E
• Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel. E
• Communicate with other administrators, personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information. E
• Participate in the development and preparation of the annual preliminary budget for the Nutrition Services Department; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations. E
• Assure purchasing activities comply with applicable statutes, regulations and policies; determine specifications for purchase of food and equipment. E
• Research available products and interview vendors to establish and maintain sources of supply through competitive bids; assist in determining pricing. E
• Coordinate planning and implementation of operational changes with Food Service managers, principals, site supervisors, or other District personnel. E
• Maintain current knowledge of institutional food service methods and trends; evaluate new methods for application within the department. E
• Assist in planning kitchen and cafeteria layouts during construction and remodeling; direct the review of bids and analyze cost figures. E
• Coordinate dissemination of departmental information and nutrition materials to the public, staff and other organizations. E
• Perform research and special projects as directed; monitor special projects and initiate changes to assure expeditious and successful cost-effective completion. E
• Analyze the impact of federal or state legislation or regulations on Nutrition Service programs. E
• Operate a computer and assigned software programs; operate other office equipment as assigned. E
• Serve as the Nutrition Services Director in the absence of the Director as assigned.
• Attend and conduct a variety of meetings.

Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized E, which identifies essential duties, required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Job Requirement:  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND TRAINING: Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field. A master's degree in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or a related field us preferred. Coursework in food service management or nutritional sciences is preferred. EXPERIENCE: Four-years of experience at a supervisory or management level in an institutional food service organization. Experience within a K-12 educational agency is preferred. Any other combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired skills, knowledge or abilities may be considered. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (1) Positions in this classification require the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid California driver's license. (2) Applicants for this classification will be required to obtain and submit, at his/her own expense, his/her current motor vehicle driving record at the time of appointment. The record must meet and be maintained at the District's safe driving standard. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification of the applicant regardless of any other standing. (3) Incumbents must obtain a valid Food Safety Manager certificate issued by an authorized agency within completion of probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment in this classification. (4) At the time of appointment, an incumbent must certify in writing they have completed eight hours of food safety training within five years of their employment start date or will complete eight hours of food safety training within 30 days of employment to this class. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification and/or rejection of the eligible regardless of any other standing

Contact:  https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/longbeachusd/jobs/4845780/nutrition-services-assistant-director?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs.


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San Diego Unified School District

Food Services Compliance and Operations Administrator
Closing Date:  March 28, 2025

Job Description:  San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for leaders who care deeply for students, inspire passion in their coworkers through collaborative leadership, and are committed to the communities in which they serve. The District seeks leaders who are committed to educational equity and work to create access and opportunity for our students furthest from education justice. The District is seeking candidates for Food Services Compliance and Operations Administrator position to support assigned schools/area and other programs.

Job Responsibility:  The Food Services Compliance and Operations Administrator will plan, organize, control, and direct financial and business operations of the District's food service program; develop, implement, coordinate, and monitor new operations and program changes; serve as the program's responsible representative for Federal and State program compliance; direct, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

Job Requirement:  

• Plan, organize, control, direct, and lead the program-wide system of accountability, budget, and financial administration; in partnership with the Director, Food Services Department, develop and implement long and short-term programs and activities designed to develop food service programs and activities.
• Develop, prepare, and manage the Food and Nutrition Services Department preliminary annual budget; monitor expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility and cost-effectiveness; collaborate with the Finance department to track and analyze financial data related to food service operations.
• Provide technical expertise, information, and guidance to the Director, Food Services Department regarding assigned functions; lead and oversee the formulation and development of policies, procedures, programs, and special projects; advise the Director, Food Services Department of unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Provide leadership in assessing program integrated technology needs; plan, organize, control, and direct the selection and implementation of the department-wide information technology initiatives, systems, and operations to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Oversee all activities related to food service and nutrition grants, including researching funding and grant opportunities, manage grant applications and deadlines, track results/manage and document costs, complete timely grant activity reporting, and ensure internal controls are compliant with all grant requirements.
• Serve as the Director, Food Services Department in the absence of the Director including supervision, audit, and monitoring of departmental functions, as needed. E
• Assist in the development and monitoring of business plans, key performance indicators, economic trends, and resource management strategies to identify areas of inefficiency; make recommendations, develop and lead action plans; lead training efforts related to program financial operations and cash control.
• Develop and oversee contracts with outside agencies.
• Assist in the administration of the District's food service and special feeding programs; coordinate and implement new feeding operations, program changes, and related service; plan and direct the implementation of summer feeding program operations.
• Coordinate and lead implementation of regulatory changes and departmental participation in governmental projects.
• Represent the Food and Nutrition Services Department with school and civic groups, regulatory agencies, and other public agencies. E
• Direct the preparation and maintenance of detailed records of department functions and activities.
• Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records, and files related to assigned activities and personnel.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable provisions of the District auditing activities of the department.
• Communicate with other administrators, personnel, and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts, and exchange information; develop policies and procedures to encourage effective and efficient management controls.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Contact:  SDUSD Employment Office Human Resources 619-725-8089
All applications must be submitted via https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sandi/jobs/4815735/food-services-compliance-and-operations-administrator?keywords=compliance%20&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

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