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Form of workLumen Christi Catholic School is now accepting resumes for a Director of Dining Services. Qualified candidates are asked to please submit the online application and attach a cover letter and resume.
Manages an individual school food service operation in an organized and efficient manner by directing the activities of cafeteria workers, while also meeting state and local requirements.
Manages an individual school food service operation in an organized and efficient manner by directing the activities of cafeteria workers, while also meeting state and local requirements.
Director of Dining Services Responsibilities
- Directs the preparation of food according to standardized recipes and established food preparation procedures
- Plans food production for the following day by directing the preparation of required food items
- Assesses the appropriate quantity of food to order, prepare and serve according to projected meal count
- Secures food and supplies according to established guidelines and requirements
- Receives and verifies all deliveries and refuses unsatisfactory products or services
- Prepares invoices for payment in a timely manner according to established procedures
- Secures substitutes for food service workers and him/herself in the event this is necessary; provides all related information to the school administrator according to established procedures;
- Provides instruction, directs and organizes the performance responsibilities of other food service workers
- Ensures the proper storage of food and supplies
- Directs, supervises and evaluates all kitchen cleaning functions
- Counts daily cash drawers and completes forms related to the deposit
- Reports any personal injuries and/or accidents to the proper authority
- Reports equipment failure according to established procedures
- Supervises food service functions to ensure that food is served in a safe and sanitary environment
- Attends regularly scheduled manager meetings
- Attends in-service training to improve skills and knowledge of job expertise
- Performs job activities in a timely and efficient manner
- Promotes nutrition awareness in his/her school through innovative activities which help students to understand the relationship of proper nutrition and healthy body and mind
- Promotes the school meal programs to encourage participation
- Communicates effectively with the Principal and President keeping both informed of operational concerns
- Recommends changes and improvements regarding his/her job
- Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect staff, students, equipment, materials, and facilities
- Plans and implements banquet and catering functions when requested
- Adheres to uniform and personal hygiene requirements
- Assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps skills up-to-date
- Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies
- Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities
- Compliance with the guidelines of National School Lunch Program
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to get along well with others
- Must possess the ability to manage resources (people, equipment, food, finances, etc.) to best meet the nutritional needs of the students and the expectations of the school administration
- Ability to accurately complete and submit food service reports according to state and division requirements
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor’s degree in hotel and restaurant management, food service management, or related field is preferred.
- Food protection manager certification (FPMC) or Foodservice management professional (FMP) accreditation is advantageous and knowledgeable with ServSafe.
- Proven experience working in the food service industry.
- Sound knowledge of labor laws as well as food health and safety regulations.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Outstanding leadership and management skills.
- Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
- Attention to detail.
- The ability to stand for extended periods
Questions about this position may be directed to Mr. Ben Learned, Principal of Lumen Christi Catholic School.
