Coordinator - FNS Menus and Marketing

Professional Compensation Plan (226 Days)
Salary Range: $ 77,434 - $ 92,294 per/Year
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Assistant Director - Support Services
EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible
PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• To be responsible for creating cycle menus, performing nutrient analysis, and testing recipes that meet the federal and state guidelines for the Food and Nutrition Services Department (FNS). Utilizing the software system, the Coordinator will be responsible for the nutrition analysis, assigning weekly menus, and production record creation. Overseeing the marketing of the FNS programs to students, parents and campus staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition Sciences, Food & Nutrition, Dietetics or related field required.
• Certification as a Registered Dietitian required. RD/RDN eligible may be considered.
• ServeSafe Certification or equivalent.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and National School Breakfast Program (NSBP) state and federal regulations & policies.
• Experience in menu planning, standardized recipes and preparation for food service operations.
• Knowledge of industrial kitchen equipment, food production and HACCP principles.
• Knowledge of creating and implementing special diets for food allergies.

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in food service operations, food preparation, kitchen management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in School Food Service or Child Nutrition Menu Planning.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Design and develop quality recipes and cost-effective menus for preK-12th grade; Ensure all food served to students is compliant with USDA Child Nutrition Programs, the Texas Department of Agriculture, and Smart Snacks.
• Coordinate testing recipes and new menu items with Culinary Trainer.
• Conduct research on new food products; attends food shows and other vendor events.
• Measure customer satisfaction and participation with student’s surveys, analyze menu item performance measurement results, and adjust standard menu offerings accordingly.
• After testing of products is completed create new or revise recipes as needed.
• Collaborate with Culinary Trainer and Coordinator of Purchasing & Business with any menu develop as needed.
• Maintain nutrition analysis of all menus; execute menu adjustments to ensure compliance with nutrition standards that meet TDA/USDA regulations.
• Maintain PrimeroEdge software to ensure ingredients and recipes are accurate and correspond with the Food Buying Guide, recipe contribution, and HACCP standard operating procedures.
• Assists FNS managers and supervisors in choosing appropriate menu item substitutions in accordance with the USDA guidelines.
• Assist in bid specifications with Coordinator of Purchasing & Business to ensure good vendor relationships, compliance with contract requirements, and efficient utilization of purchased commodity products.
• Coordinate with the Culinary Trainer to test new products of interest and discontinue unpopular menu items prior to initiation of bid process for the following school year.
• Develop electronic food production records (FPRs) based on menu cycle(s) and deploy FPRs to campuses. Develop ordering guides to complement menus and software.
• Collect, organize and maintain Child Nutrition (CN) labels, product analysis, and/or nutrition fact labels for all food items purchased by the Food and Nutrition Department.
• Maintains Smart Snack compliance documentation on all purchased products. Work with campus staff to ensure food fundraisers are compliant with Smart Snacks regulations.
• Provides staff training related to nutrition and nutrition education.
• Oversee the creation of special menus for students by the Dietitian requiring medically required special diets. Communicates with cafeteria manager and parents as needed. Monitors for student acceptance. Works with the Coordinator of Purchasing & Business to obtain items needed for special diets. Enters special diets into PrimeroEdge and deploys to site production.
• Develop and organize a plan for emergency meals. Plan for the service of food during emergency situations.
• With the assistance of the Outreach & Marketing Specialist maintain records for all special diets /food allergies and sends current nutrition data for menu items to nurses, parents, and FNS Managers.
• Supervise Outreach & Marketing Specialist with development of effective marketing, promotional campaigns, and nutrition education for student and parent groups.
• Supervise Outreach & Marketing Specialist to update website and digital menu application with nutrition and allergen information as needed.
• Maintains nutrition information and menu posting on the MISD Food & Nutrition Services webpage.
• Assist with social media or other marketing assignments.
• Routinely visits district cafeterias to evaluate the quality of food, customer satisfaction, and menu acceptance.
• Supervise Outreach & Marketing Specialist in the creation of nutrition education materials for students. Works with cafeteria managers to use this information in the serving areas.
• Assist at campus cafeterias as needed.
• Responsible for keeping abreast of rapid changes of trends and advancements within the School Nutrition field and makes recommendations relative to them.
• Attend Region 10 and TASN training classes for updated policies and legislation and to reach and obtain/maintain SNS certification.
• Attains a minimum number of CE hours as required by TDA and to maintain RD/LD (or RDN/LDN) status.
• Demonstrates openness and willingness to improve the effectiveness of the department’s operations.
• Assists and supports the efforts of all Food and Nutrition Services staff with a positive attitude.
• Communicates a positive image of the department.
• Encourages positive morale among staff and promotes team effort within each school and within the department.
• Maintains positive working relationship with all school district staff and the community.
• Follows all policies and procedures of Mesquite ISD.
• Foster an environment in which open communication and feedback from principals and employees is encouraged and valued.
• Maintains an active membership of the MISD Student Health Advisory Council (SHAC) and attends meetings or ensures that Outreach & Marketing Specialist maintains membership and attends meetings.
• Performs other duties assign by the FNS Assistant Director of Finance & Support Services or FNS Director.
• Keeps FNS Assistant Director of Finance & Support Services or FNS Director informed about the affairs of the department.
• Completes at least twelve (12) hours of professional development training per year.
• Obtains and maintains Manager Certification or Serve Safe Certification.
• Gives and receives feedback in a positive manner; Resolves conflict in a respectful manner.
• Is available for work on a consistent and timely basis with infrequent unplanned absences.
• Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes.
• Respects the talent and unique contributions of every individual, culture, and ethnic group to increase effectiveness of the unit; Influences the culture in ways that value and support diversity.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises Outreach & Marketing Specialist
• Supervises Dietitian

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:

• Reading, writing and comprehending instruction, correspondence, financial reports, and other job related documents.
• Communicating well in both oral and written form.
• Maintain professionalism while working under stress.
• Being able to work with staff and meet multiple demands.
• Complying with timelines and short deadlines.
• Provides recommendations regarding supportive services to benefit MISD, FNS and all team members.

Physical demands/environmental factors:

• Sitting and standing for extensive periods of time.
• Walking, bending, squatting and repetitive motions with hands, arms and fingers.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to extreme hot/cold temperatures.
• Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion.
• Seeing close work such as typed or handwritten material.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Frequent travel to MISD sites required.
• Limited travel within Texas and United States may be required.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.