SCHOOL FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR

The Red Hook Central School District is seeking candidates for the position of School Food Service Director with a start date of July 1, 2025. This position is a Competitive Class Civil Service position. The successful candidate must be on the Dutchess County Civil Service Open Competitive list for School Food Service Director (or be eligible to take the exam at the time of appointment) and meet all New York State Education Department requirements. Salary commensurate with experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics:

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of managing a school food service program including program planning, budget preparation and control and purchasing; thorough knowledge of large scale food preparation and menu planning; thorough knowledge of sanitary food handling and storage; good knowledge of the selection, purchasing and care of equipment; good knowledge of institution administration in the areas of safety, personnel selection and training; good knowledge of fundamentals of nutrition as they apply to a school food service program; ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates; ability to develop and direct effective training programs; ability to express ideas clearly, to prepare reports and to keep records pertaining to a school food service program; ability to develop and maintain good personnel and community relations; personal characteristics necessary to perform the duties of the position; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and employment is decided on qualifications, merit, and need.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person