START DATE: July 1, 2024

SCHOOL: Esperanza Academy Charter School

LOCATION: 4261 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia PA, 19140

ABOUT ESPERANZA ACADEMY

Esperanza means hope. Esperanza Academy Charter School (EACS) is located in the Hunting Park section of North Philadelphia and prides itself on serving the students in the community in which it is located. During the 2024-2025 school year, Esperanza Academy will serve grades K-3 and 6-12. Esperanza Academy believes that education can be a vehicle for social and economic progress for marginalized communities. As a result, we are relentless in our pursuit to provide our students with the best educational option in the Philadelphia area.

Our proven track record of academic success with historically underserved students sets us apart. The Academy has 11th-grade test scores above the city of Philadelphia average and value-added math and reading proficiency growth is among the highest in Pennsylvania. Students graduate at a rate exceeding 90% and drop out at a rate of only 1%. For 9 out of 11 years, the Academy has been awarded a silver or bronze medal rating in the US News ranking of Best High Schools in the country.

By the fall of 2025, we will have fully expanded to a K-12 school serving over 2,200 students. This expansion will result in Esperanza Academy being the second-largest single charter school in the city of Philadelphia.

THE OPPORTUNITY

At Esperanza Academy Charter School, we understand that nutritious meals are essential for student development both inside and outside the classroom. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated full-time Director of Food Services to lead our food service teams, ensuring a healthy and supportive learning environment for students and staff in all our buildings.

Why Join Our Team?

As the Director of Food Services at Esperanza Academy Charter School, you will play a crucial role in our operations team, ensuring our students and staff receive timely and high-quality meals. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, you will manage and coordinate the school's food service operations, guaranteeing that all meals meet federal and state nutrition guidelines. Your responsibilities will include menu planning, food preparation, staff management, and budget control, all in support of our mission to foster a healthy learning environment. Our food service team is dedicated to excellent customer service and upholding the values of Esperanza Academy.

Our Commitment to You

• A safe, structured, and supportive working environment
• A mission-driven culture inside and outside the classroom
• Collaboration with all stakeholders to ensure student success
• A focus on safety, compliance, and operational excellence

Position Requirements:

• A passion for operational excellence and a belief in the positive impact every school employee can make on the life of a child.
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in food service management, preferably in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of federal and state nutrition guidelines and regulations.
• ServSafe certification with a strong background in food safety across all stages of meal production, processing, and distribution.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in budget management and financial planning.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with food service software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to develop and deliver training programs.
• Ability to commit to Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM, with flexibility for after-hours school needs
• Current FBI, PA Criminal, and Child Abuse background checks (for more information, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Education website)
• Spanish fluency is preferred.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance, and a retirement plan starting your first day of employment
• Access to other supplemental voluntary benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement is available after 6 months of employment
• Paid time off
• Be connected to a larger mission-minded organization that is committed to creating an opportunity community for the residents of the Hunting Park area

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Esperanza Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Esperanza Academy are based on doing what is best for kids, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.42 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Philadelphia, PA 19140 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Philadelphia, PA 19140: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person