Nutrition Services Culinary Manager

Job Title: Nutrition Services Culinary Manager
Pay Program: Support Staff Non-Exempt
Pay Range: Range 11 $22.25 - $24.76
Work Year:  9 months (172 Days / 8 Hours)
Reports to:  Nutrition Services District Manager
Direct Reports:  This position has supervisory responsibilities.  
Position(s) include: Nutrition Services Associates, Nutrition Service Relief Manager

Summary
Operating under the direction of the Nutrition Services District Manager, this position is responsible for leading the daily operations of a school kitchen to ensure the safe preparation and service of scratch-cooked meals that meet USDA, state, and District nutrition standards. This role oversees kitchen staff, manages inventory and financial accountability, ensures compliance with sanitation and safety regulations, and promotes a culture of professional growth. This position plays a critical role in supporting student health and academic success by providing nutritious, appealing meals in a positive dining environment. 
 
Essential Responsibilities - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency of responsibility, percent of time and work year may vary based on department or building assignment.

 
Education and Experience 
Acceptable demonstration of acceptable education and/or experience will be at the sole discretion of the District.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two years prior food service experience required
• Prior culinary and/or school nutrition services experience preferred
• Operating knowledge of point-of-sale and kitchen database management softwares within 60 days of hire.
• Position requires conversational English skills

 Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

• Criminal background check required for hire
• Valid Colorado driver's license or valid Colorado identification required
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Lift test required at time of hire
• Current Mesa County Food Handlers Card required
• Serve Safe or State Food Safety Certified Food Protection Manager Certifications required within 90 days of hire

 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional oral communication skills in English
• Ability to learn and use Spanish oral communication skills
• Basic professional written communication skills in English
• Ability to communicate, coach, teach, and develop using the 3 C's continuum to all types of learners
• Ability and passion for culinary training in order to develop and grow their role with the District
• Ability and desire to conduct as needed culinary training in the school kitchens
• Ability to work independently as needed with minimal direction and/or supervision
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and frequent interruptions in a timely manner
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible with collaborative critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to provide support in a professional and approachable manner
• Commitment to handling sensitive and confidential information with the highest ethical standards
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff and various stakeholders
• Ability to lead, communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to follow applicable federal, state, local laws and Board of Education policies, in addition to building and department procedures
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
• Ability to follow and comply with the current Colorado Department of Education and District policies and guidelines regarding food preparation, delivery, and storage
• Operating knowledge of and experience with institutional food service equipment; ovens, warmers, mixers, steamers, kettles, meat slicers, food processors, sectionizers, and immersion blenders etc.;
• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals;
• Operating knowledge of and experience with office software such as word processing and spreadsheets;
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.

Salary & Benefits:
View all salary schedules for the current school year at: https://www.d51schools.org/departments111/human-resources/salary-schedules
Information regarding D51 Benefits can be found here: https://www.d51schools.org/departments111/human-resources/employee-benefits