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Food Service Coordinator

Duties

  • Reports equipment malfunctions for the purpose of notifying supervisor of need for repair and/or replacement.  
  • Arranges food and beverage items for the purpose of serving them to students and staff in an efficient manner.  
  • Cleans utensils, equipment, and storage, food preparation and serving areas (e.g., pots, pans, baking sheets, steam tables, student trays, work areas, floors, trash receptacles, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining required sanitary conditions.  
  • Inspects food items and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying quality of the menu items served in order to comply with mandated health standards.  
  • Prepares food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional and projected meal requirements.  
  • Attends food services department meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc., for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.  
  • Maintains equipment, storage, food preparation and serving areas in a safe and sanitary condition (e.g., taking and recording refrigeration equipment temperatures, etc.) for the purpose of complying with current health and safety standards.  
  • Monitors kitchen and cafeteria areas for the purpose of ensuring a safe and sanitary working environment.  
  • Performs functions of other food services positions as requested by supervisor for the purpose of ensuring adequate staff coverage within food services operations.  
  • Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.  
  • Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.  
  • Transports food and beverages for the purpose of moving items from storage and preparation areas to the food line.
  • Implements participation promotions for the purpose of building student involvement and increasing student participation in food services programs.  
  • Maintains student confidentiality (e.g., student eligibility for free and reduced lunch, student account information, etc.) for the purpose of protecting student privacy.  
  • Inspects food and beverage items for the purpose of ensuring proper cooking and holding temperatures and pleasing taste and appearance.  
  • Follows SOP’s, HACCP guidelines and food safety requirements (e.g., recording storage, cooking, cooling, holding, serving temperatures, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring food safety and general sanitation.  
  • Adheres to federal, state and local laws for the purpose of ensuring compliance.
  • Works with coworkers in a pleasant and professional manner for the purpose of creating a professional working atmosphere.  
  • Follows Food Services Policy, Standardized Recipes, and Training Manual for the purpose of maintaining department standards. 

Other duties as assigned by the Food Service Director

Qualifications

  • Experience in food service management, preferably in an educational setting preferred.
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to school nutrition programs and sanitation practices.
  • Ability to work effectively with students and staff.
  • Food Safety Manager Certification (e.g., ServSafe) is preferred.
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy items, and stand for extended periods.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required

Salary/Benefits

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • Part-time position.
  • Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and locally competitive.

Additional Notes

  • This position requires working in a kitchen environment, which involves exposure to hot surfaces, sharp tools, and cleaning chemicals.
  • The Food Service Staff may need to work occasional evenings or weekends for special events or additional training.

How to Apply

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Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/clcs/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff

Job Posting Date

10/9/2025

Start Date

N/A