Food Service Director

Whitsons School Nutrition is currently in search of a seasoned Director to lead the team at a School Lunch Program in Mahopac. Must have minimum of 3 years K12 experience. Must be strong leader to assist in bringing the team together in a successful school lunch program.

Some of the responsibilities include:

Ensures that all aspects of program completely comply with all state and federal requirements of a K12 program.
Coordinates and supervises production, merchandising, quality and cost control, labor management and employee training.
Recruits, hires, develops and retains team.
Able to effectively communicate verbally, electronically and written with clients, parents, students and support staff.
Maintain systems and procedures for the ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and serving of food related products, as well as menu planning and development.
Motivates, trains, and manages hourly employees and supervisors.
Develops operational financial forecasts and is able to explain variances. Responsible for accounting and documenting accurately all financial components.
Ensures marketing, merchandising in place effectually and current at all times.
Looks for opportunities to implement new products and services which support sales growth and client retention.
 

Must have proven knowledge of National School Lunch requirements and all State/ Federal guidelines.
Must have minimum of 3 years experience managing a high volume K12 dining program.
College degree required
Culinary experience helpful

EOE m/f/d/v

Other requirements:
• 3-5 years experience in Food Service Management required.
• Culinary experience required
• ServSafe or similar certified – Must be knowledgeable of all local ordinances.
• Degree in nutrition, dietetics, hospitality, business or other related field preferred.
• Culinary background is preferred - Must have a passion and an interest in food
• Working knowledge of cooking procedures and recipe adherence and scaling.
• Must have demonstrated experience developing talent and managing multiple priorities
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications is required.

If interested, please apply online at www.whitsons.com click on career center and apply to requisition #808.
Do not email resume and No calls please - only online applies accepted.