Menu Specialist

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Performs specialized and complex support functions for School Nutrition Program menus and wellness for the Douglas County District

PAY GRADE: Professional-Technical

• NG Annual Salary Range: $55,275.00 to $77,322.00. Salary placement will be based on Douglas County Board of Education approved salary schedules and years of verified experience.

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 231 Days (12 Months)

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of School Nutrition

EDUCATION LEVEL: Bachelor's Degree with Master's Preferred

EXPERIENCE: Minimum 2 years of experience in food service operations or related nutrition experience required

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: None required; Registered Dietitian preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Medium work

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

PROFICIENT SKILLS:

• Knowledge of food service standards including menu planning, food preparation, portion control, and serving procedures

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local school food and nutrition policies and procedures

• Proficiency with computer, data entry, and related applications

• Must be able to collaborate effectively with District and school personnel, the general public, and work with diverse groups of people

• Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects, and responsibilities

• Ability to work independently or as a team member

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

• Excellent organizational and customer service skills

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.

Maintains nutrition data for all school nutrition products and manages nutrient database

Schedules and monitors School Nutrition Program menus and updates

Maintains recipes edits and updates as assigned by Coordinator

Communicates with cafeteria managers and foodservice workers as needed to relay information on menu

Assists in developing and maintaining School Nutrition contracts for food and supplies related to menus

Assists in grant writing and implementation of grant funded school nutrition programs

Assists in developing and conducting training and staff development for cafeteria managers and foodservice workers as determined by local and state guidelines Implements Wellness Policy including evaluations with schools, staff and department Create promotional materials to promote and market the menu and school nutrition program

Provides assistance to school staff and managers in the implementation of special diet orders from physicians

Assists in managing menu requests and developing processes to serve the unique needs of individual schools in support of the District

Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Prepare and post social media, bulletin board, and serving line material

Complete reviews, site visits, and cover schools as needed.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applicants should complete an application at www.dcssga.org. (Click on "Employment" then, "Job Vacancies/Postings" to link to classified application.)