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SDSU Children's Center Food Services Supervisor (Temporary)

San Diego State University, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


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Job Posting LinkSDSU Children's Center Food Services Supervisor (Temporary)San Diego, CA, USRequisition ID: 1123Salary Range: $22.00 To 22.00 HourlyStarting Range: $22.00 Per hourPriority consideration deadline: Monday, July 1General Purpose: Under the general supervision of the Children's Center Director, the Food Services Supervisor is responsible for the implementation of the nutritional program meeting the needs of all children enrolled in the program. This includes meal planning meeting established guidelines, ordering lunch, supplies and equipment from outside vendors, preparing breakfast and snacks, overseeing all meal delivery to classrooms, ensuring appropriate maintenance, sanitation and safety standards within the work area. The SDSU Children's Center is NAEYC accredited and adheres to the NAEYC Code of Conduct.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESMaintains knowledge of USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements and ensures the Center is complaint with the regulationsCreates menus, then orders, receives and prepares all foods in accordance with USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelinesCreates menus to meet USDA CACFP guidelines and individual dietary needs of children with allergies or specific medical requests from the child's physicianEnsures accuracy of weights and measures for all food components served in accordance with USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines, including those produced by outside vendorsArranges substitute coverage for staff when necessary, including cooking as neededConducts regular analysis of food costs and other CACFP costs to ensure maximum utilization of CACFP fundingPrepares documents for reimbursement, provides to accounting for review, and enters meal data in CNIPS by the 10th of each monthMaintains documentation of meal count data reimbursements in a secure locationReviews Menu Production Sheets monthly to ensure nutrition requirements are being metMakes recommendations for needed changes to supervisor to meet established guidelines as stipulatedConducts regular walk through of the kitchen area, inspecting all equipment and materials to ensure proper maintenance, appearance and sanitation according to established guidelines and proceduresEnsures preparation of needed work orders or repair reports on proper forms with all pertinent information completed. Monitors the progress of requested work and priorities for work as required and reports to Children's Center Director all updated work prioritiesMakes recommendations to supervisor for improvements to facilities and equipmentWorks with staff to maintain a safe environment for children, staff and to report known safety problems to supervisorAssists in the development and implementation of a comprehensive package of promotional efforts for the Children's CenterAssists in defining target marketsMonitors and updates web page content relating to the food program to ensure it is compelling and accurateMakes suggestions for improvements to the overall Children's Center web page to ensure it is compelling and accuratePrepares written reports, as necessaryOther duties as assignedJob Requirements:Education:

High School Diploma required. Bachelor's degree and/or AA or AS (or equivalent) (preferably in Child Development, Nutrition, Health Education, or Health Science) preferred

Experience:

Minimum one year working in Child and Family Development requiredMinimum one year supervisory experience required. Experience supervising and working directly with students preferredMinimum two years of experience in menu planning and food preparation requiredMinimum one year working with the Child and Adult Care Food program (CACFP) requiredProficient with Excel and Word softwareMust have experience in supporting families with nutrition needs

License & Certifications:

Current certification for Food Service Manager Training requiredFood Handler Training certification requiredValid CA driver's license with a clear driving recordTrainings (within first 30 days):

Universal Health Precautions, Blood-borne Pathogens and infectious waste disposalSite safety and emergency procedures including fire and earthquake drillsSexual Harassment Prevention for SupervisorsData Security & Privacy

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

Thorough knowledge of the most up-to-date nutritional standards for children, including portion sizesKeeps current of new issues and research in the field of early childhood nutritionWorks in an independent manner without undue supervisionEstablishes mutual respect by showing an accepting attitude toward children, families, and co-workersShares new ideas with supervisor

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of USDA Guidelines for nutrition and meal service provided to children 6 months to 5 years of ageKnowledge of NAEYC best practices, licensing requirements, child abuse reporting, universal precautions, safety practicesKnowledge of the unique needs of student parent families outlined in the NAEYC Code of EthicsKnowledge of adult learning styles and child developmentMust have knowledge of child and family health care including preventative, early intervention, nutrition, and health maintenance practicesMust have knowledge of community resources that offer services to low income familiesAbility to speak effectively before groups of young children, parents and staffMust have the ability to communicate and coordinate with various professional and community services programsMaintains professionalism at all times while providing positive customer service to children, students, families, staff, vendors and communityProvides effective and appropriate verbal and written communicationUtilizes computer and Microsoft Office Suite programsDemonstrates effective communication skills in conflict resolutionWorks cooperatively with others and values working as part of a teamDemonstrates effective time management skillsWorks in the high-stress environment that is unique to campus childcare settingsRecord-keeping and administrative skillsMust be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with employer safety policiesAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule formAbility to write routine reports and correspondence

Compensation: $22.00 per hourSCHEDULE & WORKING CONDITIONSThis is a regular, full-time/temporary position with the expected hours of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.About the Children's Center: Year-round, campus-based, indoor-outdoor childcare center serving 200 children on a daily basis between the ages of 6 months to 5 years and their parents. Staff-child ratios: Infants (1:3), Toddlers (1:4), 2-Year olds (1:4), Preschooler (1:8) Classroom group size: Infants (9), Toddlers (12/16), 2 year olds (16/20), Preschooler (24). Children's Center operational hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee is in a work environment that is frequently busy and has a tight workspace. The work environment also involves exposure to various elements including but not limited to: chemicals, dust, bloodborne pathogens and other environmental risks.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.The employee must frequently be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility throughout the entire shift. The employee must be able to frequently use fingers and hands to handle serving equipment, such as plates, tongs, spoons, ladles, etc. The employee must frequently be able to lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds and frequently use upper body strength required. There will be long periods of time standing on their feet and moving around and the employee will occasionally be required to sit, climb, balance, bend at the waist, push or pull, reach above shoulder level, stoop and kneel. Hearing and speaking to exchange information with children, staff and parents; moving quickly and easily from bent to standing; working indoors; visual scanning to ensure safety of all work in kitchen and surrounding areas is also expected.RELATIONSHIPS:Inside the Organization:Reports to the Children's Center DirectorSupervises full-time and part-time kitchen staffWorks with Children's Center staff including Supervising Teachers and Master TeachersWorks with Aztec Student Union Building Services staffWorks with family and children in support of food program as necessaryOutside the Organization:Works closely with Aztec Shops and other equipment and supply vendorsEMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: Full-Time, Temporary, Hourly, Non-Exempt, Grade 4A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered this position with Associated Students. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current Associated Students employees who apply for the position. Fingerprinting is required for all employee and volunteer positions that have direct contact with minor children.

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