Nutrition Director jobs in Palmdale, CA
Nutrition Director directs and oversees all aspects of an organization's or institution's nutrition guidelines and initiatives. Oversees institution of basic nutrition plans including individualized menu plans and monitors intake and acceptance of meals, snacks, and supplements. Being a Nutrition Director monitors and ensures proper nutrition education is provided. May oversee menu planning or food service operations. Additionally, Nutrition Director requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) from Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Typically reports to top management. The Nutrition Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Nutrition Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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DIRECTOR - CHILD NUTRITION
- Palmdale School District
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Palmdale, CA
OTHER
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Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, or designee, plan, organize, direct and administer a fiscally sound food service program in compliance with federal, state, county and district requirements.
Direction and general supervision is exercised over all Nutrition Services personnel including clerical support.- Manages, plans, coordinates, and directs the operations of the central food service office and all District cafeterias in conformance with federal, state, county and district requirements;
- Responsible for the efficient and economical operation of the food service department;
- Implement and supervise preparation of cost control records; analyze financial and operating statements;
- Plan master menu for the District, assuring dietary balance and nutritional adequacy, and in conformance with state and federal regulations;
- Periodic inspection of site cafeterias for cleanliness and conformance to established district operating procedures;
- Plans, develops, supervises and participates in a training program for all food service personnel;
- Supervise and participate in the selection, assignment, retention and evaluation of food service personnel;
- Preparation of department budget for food service operations; control expenditures;
- Control of the procurement and distribution of foods, supplies and equipment;
- Control of food service stock in the warehouse;
- Make recommendations for policies and procedures for the food services department;
- Provide timely and effective communication to District site administrators regarding issues/situations that may impact the District, its divisions or its schools;
- Receive and answer requests for information on District policy and procedures as it relates to food services;
- Attend food service conferences and conventions as the District's representative;
- Coordinate accounting procedures for proper record control and management of money, labor, food, and supplies.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field. Status as a Registered Dietitian and/or graduate coursework in Business, Public Administration is desired.
EXPERIENCE:- Five years of full-time administrative experience in institutional or commercial food service, including experience in volume food production, planning, preparation and service, food ordering, financial control, staff training, reporting, and sanitation. Experience in a public school district is desirable.
- Two years in a supervisory capacity.
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License and automobile insurance
- Ability to be covered under the District property/liability insurance.
- Use of a private automobile is required.
CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING:
In accordance with the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA), incumbents must complete at least 12 hours of annual and continuing education/training related to the following topics:- Administrative practices, including training in application, certification, verification, meal counting and meal claiming procedures.
- Supplemental training topics required by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service to address program integrity or other critical issues.
Applications for this position will be accepted online only during the specified recruitment period. Applicants will receive notifications electronically by email.Applicants must complete all required fields of the application and attach the following documents, preferably in .pdf format. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
- Cover Letter (signed and dated by applicant)
- Résumé
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation (written within one month of application), preferably on company letterhead; letters will not be accepted without the author's signature and date.
- Official college transcript, as applicable, showing evidence of completed coursework and degree awarded.
Examination
Following the evaluation of training and experience, and responses to supplemental questions, the most qualified applicants selected to move forward will be invited to participate in the structured oral examination. Make-up exams will not be offered.
After the exam procedure concludes for this recruitment, an eligibility list will be established to fill future vacancies. When eligibility lists include open and promotional lists of qualified persons through competitive examination, the promotional list will be used first, unless otherwise stated on this bulletin.
Work Schedule
This is an exempt position with a full-time schedule, 8 hours/day, 12-month work calendar.
Note: Occasionally, the position requires the employee to work irregular or extended hours.
Salary
Salary placement for new employees is typically at the first step ($137,552.00/annually) of the six (6) step salary schedule. Upon successful completion of the initial probationary period, a one-step salary advance shall be granted with all future annual advances occurring on the established anniversary date.
Probationary Period
Persons in this position are required to successfully satisfy a probationary period of one (1) year from the date of appointment. During this period, an employee must demonstrate an overall satisfactory level of performance.
Benefits
The District offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave, as well as medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and qualified legal dependents. Health and welfare benefits are earned in accordance with the District's insurance program. Click here to view the current benefit plan matrix.
Leaves
One (1) day of paid sick leave of absence is earned for each full month of service. The amount of sick leave granted may be accumulated from year to year. Vacation is earned at the rate of two (2) days for each month in paid status for a maximum of twenty-four (24) days per year. There are seventeen (17) paid holidays that fall within the work year.
Work Environment
Work is primarily performed indoors in an office environment with climate-controlled temperatures. Temporary exposure to inclement weather conditions when moving between buildings and sites, and varying temperatures in kitchens (i.e. walk-in refrigerators, ovens, etc.). Exposure to cooking odors, cafeteria noise, and cleaning and sanitizing agents when visiting sites.
Physical Demands:
Ability to sit for extended periods of time; frequent walking, some standing; lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling, twisting at waist, bending, stooping, squatting, and reaching; vision sufficient to read computer screen and printed documents; hearing and speaking to exchange information; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer and standard office equipment.
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In accordance with Federal civil rights law, civil rights regulations and policies, the Palmdale School District, its offices, and employees, are prohibited from discriminating based on age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, nationality, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity.
For further information regarding Palmdale School District's non-discrimination, sexual harassment and Title IX policies and/or Coordinator contact information, please click the following link: https://www.palmdalesd.org/domain/2092
For further information regarding Palmdale School District’s Personnel Sexual Harassment Board Policy, BP 4119.11, please click the following link:
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- California Department of Education
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About Palmdale, California
Palmdale is located in Los Angeles County, and the urbanized centers of Palmdale and Los Angeles are separated by the San Gabriel mountain range, which is about 40 miles (64 km) wide. This range forms the southern edge of the Antelope Valley portion of the Mojave Desert. Palmdale is the second-most populous city in the Antelope Valley, and fifth overall in the Mojave Desert, after Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Nevada; and Lancaster. Palmdale is part of a twin-city complex with its northern neighbor Lancaster and together they are the principal cities within the Antelope Valley region ...
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Income Estimation for Nutrition Director jobs
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