Summary
Description
6 hrs./day, 10 month calendar
7:15 a.m – 1:15 p.m.
Effective Date of Employment:
ASAP
Application Deadlines:
January 3, 2025 – 4:00 p.m.
Application Procedures:
Internal Candidates and External Candidates:Â Apply on-line at www.district196.org
Qualifications:
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High school diploma required; 2-year college degree or certification in food and nutrition preferred.
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Completion of Level 2 of the Specialized Training Requirements for the SNA Certification Program within two years of employment or post- secondary education in related fields.
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Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds, stand on a hard surface up to 8 hours, bending, twisting, repetitive motions.
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Experience in institutional food service for one year or more, School Nutrition Services experience preferred.
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Experience preferred with working and leading a team.
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Experience preferred with food service inventory, ordering, receiving and point of sale systems.
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Comfortable using Microsoft Office and Google Suite Products.
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ServSafe Certification within one year of employment.
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Minnesota Food Manager Certificate in one year.
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Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.
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Job Summary:
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Assist Nutrition Services Site Manager with daily operations.
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Assist with coordination of staffing schedule to assure correct preparation and service of food in accordance with the USDA School Breakfast and Lunch programs.
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Ensures the use of standardized recipes in food preparation to maintain consistency and quality.
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Effectively utilizes food leftovers to minimize waste and maximize resources.
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Assist with accurately and consistently ordering food and supplies for individual school needs using a computerized food service management system.
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Inspects/records merchandise received and notifies the Nutrition Services Supervisor of shortages or inadequate quality.
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Assists with the perpetual inventory using computerized food service management information system and conducts physical inventory monthly and rotates inventory weekly.
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Follow procedures for maintaining federal, state, and local safety and sanitation regulations in the storage, preparation, and service of food.
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Maintains accurate daily food production and temperature records, daily sales reports and other required reports using a computerized food service management system.
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Understand and train others in the proper operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
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Model and monitor professional appearance and conduct, fostering a culture of respect and courtesy among students, staff, and parents.
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Assists with site staff hours and absences using District software and provides training in food preparation, safety, sanitation, and equipment use.
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Trains employees in food preparation, safety, sanitation and use/maintenance of equipment.
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Assists with school meals and a la carte sales, cash receipts and deposits using a computerized food service management system.
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Models respect, courtesy, and cooperative interactions with all District staff, students and parents.
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Promotes and maintains effective communication among all employees and building administration.
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Reports accidents, incidents and potential safety hazards to the coordinator and/or supervisors of Nutrition Services.
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Call substitutes when needed.
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Participates in District 196 Nutrition Services committees, building and manager meetings when requested.
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Supervise and coordinate the preparation, service and delivery of food for special catering events and functions.
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Promotes nutrition education within school and community.
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Comply with Federal, State and District continuing education requirements. Seek involvement with district and state professional school nutrition organizations.
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Serve as interim manager at any school district kitchen as needed.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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Responsible To:
FNS Coordinator
Compensation:
According to contractual agreement.
Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.
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District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.
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District 196 has 19 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-2.2 The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status,* disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission,* age or genetic information.* District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.
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The Director of Human Resources, Shelly Monson (651-423-7859 –shelly.monson@district196.org) is the designated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the district’s non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson (651-423-7782 – jeremy.sorenson@district196.org) and the Director of Secondary Education, Eric Hansen (651-423-7712 – eric.hansen@district196.org) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the district’s non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education, Janet Fimmen (651-423-7629 – janet.fimmen@district196.org) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
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*Asterisked categories are limited to employment-related discrimination and harassment.
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