Food Service Manager I

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Vision Statement: CSDB aspires to be an exemplary global resource for families and professionals that excels in preparing diverse learners to transform the world with PRIDE: Positive attitude, Respect, Independence, Determination, and Excellence. Mission Statement: The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB), in collaboration with families, school districts and community partners, educates and inspires learners throughout the state, birth through age 21, to achieve their full human potential through comprehensive, individualized academic, transition, residential and outreach programs and resources

The Nutrition Service Department is responsible for providing nutritious meals to both residential and day students. The unit serves three meals daily, along with snacks, meals for extracurricular activities, and catered events. It also supports students with multiple disabilities by implementing individualized feeding plans. The department ensures that all food service operations meet or exceed local, State, and Federal nutrition standards, contributing to the overall health, well-being, and academic success of CSDB students.

Manage and Administer the Nutrition Service Department

• Oversees daily operations of the Nutrition Service Department, ensuring the timely preparation and service of three nutritious meals, snacks, and additional food items for students each day.
• Coordinates food service support for special campus events and activities.
• Monitors updates from the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) and ensures the departments full compliance with all current nutrition standards and regulations.
• Maintains accurate and audit-ready nutritional records.
• Leads the hiring process for departmental vacancies, including forming interview panels, developing questions, and making job offers in accordance with school policies.
• Leverages external resources to enhance menu options while staying within nutritional and budgetary guidelines.
• Completes required certifications, including ServSafe and CPR, upon hire.
• Utilizes a broad range of regulatory and institutional resources, including State and Federal nutrition guidelines, CDE Child Nutrition standards, CSDB policies and procedures, El Paso County regulations, and input from the CSDB Food Council and other online resources.

Purchase Food

• Works with food and supply vendors to secure competitive pricing and reliable delivery of products.
• Orders USDA commodities according to State procedures and incorporates them into school menus to support cost efficiency.
• Ensures food is stored according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) standards to maintain food safety.
• Limits orders to twice per week to manage costs and optimize inventory control.
• Verifies invoices upon delivery to confirm correct items, quantities, and prices.
• Ensures that lead cooks follow HACCP procedures for receiving and storing food safely.

Plan Menus, including Special Diets

• Plans menus in compliance with the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, ensuring all meals meet the required nutritional standards.
• Strives to provide a wide variety of meal options while adhering to nutritional guidelines.
• Posts monthly menus on the school website and the staff SharePoint, providing a text version for accessibility.
• Publishes a monthly Nutritional Newsletter containing healthy recipes and related information for students, staff, and families.
• Maintains a log of students special diets and ensures all dietary restrictions are followed, sharing the log with the nursing staff for consistency.
• Develops customized menus for students with special dietary needs, coordinating with the nursing staff to ensure compliance.
• Provides counseling to students on nutritional choices and special diets as needed.
• Runs nutritional analysis through the NutriKids program to ensure that the meal offerings meet all necessary nutrient requirements.
• Communicates with doctors' offices to clarify any issues related to medical statements regarding special diets.
• Acts as a liaison between parents and the school regarding students food preferences or other dietary needs.

Manage Budget

• Oversees and manages the food service budget, ensuring expenditures are within the allocated limits and tracking costs effectively.
• Collaborates with dorm staff to purchase food when the food service budget allows.
• Tracks and monitors the food service budget weekly to avoid overspending.
• Modifies the menus when food prices increase, adjusting purchases to remain within budget while meeting all nutritional requirements.
• Works with vendors for bulk purchasing or substitutes to ensure cost-effective menu planning without compromising quality.
• Maintains detailed records for budgetary audits, including documentation dating back three years and the current year.
• Monitors daily production records and adjusts food quantities based on leftover documentation to minimize waste.

Supervise Staff

• Monitors and evaluates the performance of food service staff, restructuring staffing patterns, as necessary.
• Completes performance reviews and evaluations to ensure staff meet departmental standards and goals.
• Provides coaching, feedback, and training to staff to improve performance and adherence to policies.
• Develops and maintains department tools and resources, including handbooks, procedure books, and reference materials for staff.
• Ensures that all meals are served on time and that schedules for meals and snacks are adhered to.
• Promotes a safe working environment by ensuring that staff follows all safety procedures.

Oversee Laundry Department / Budget

• Manages and coordinates the laundry operations for the department, ensuring clean linens are available as required.
• Collaborates with laundry staff to maintain cleanliness, safety, and the appropriate inventory of linens.
• Oversees the laundry department's budget, ensuring costs are controlled and resources are used efficiently.
• Assesses the condition of laundry equipment and arranges for repairs or replacement as needed.
• Ensures that all laundry procedures meet health and safety standards, including the proper handling and sanitizing of linens.
• Works to minimize waste and maximize the lifespan of linens, purchasing new items only when necessary.

Residency Requirement: (New)

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description: (New)

H6M1XX
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to five (5) years

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Food Protection Manager Certification: As per the Colorado Retail Food Establishment Rules and Regulations (Citation 2-102.12 & 2-102.20), at least one employee in food preparation and service must hold this certification, obtained through an ACCR program.
• Food Safety Training Certification: At least 8 hours of food safety training is required either within 5 years prior to the start date or within 30 calendar days of employment. The CDE's "Food Safety in Schools" online training fulfills this requirement.
• Dietary Manager Certification: This is considered a plus.
• ServSafe Certification upon hire.

Additional Skills:

• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) at the Survival skill level or the applicant must be willing and able to attain proficiency at the required level within a specified period, as demonstrated by an appropriate assessment.
• A courteous, professional, and helpful attitude as a CSDB representative.
• Ability to respond positively to feedback ,work effectively in teams or independently, and demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Technology proficiency: Ability to assess and apply technology effectively, utilizing computer software such as e-mail, internet, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and the willingness to stay current with technological developments as required.

Appeal Rights: (Updated)

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at ... within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Departments action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules . P lease note that communication relative to this position will occur primarily via e-mail correspondence. How To Apply: In addition to the submission of a complete on-line application (to include salary history and references), please upload the items listed below to the on-line application:

• Applicants are encouraged to submit a current resume. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application.
• Applicants are encouraged to submit recent letters of recommendation (with signature).
• A copy of current, valid State of Colorado Drivers' License must be submitted with application.
• If applicable, transcripts must be provided with the application to verify education.

Complete applications must be received by the application deadline / closing date; postmarks will not suffice as timely receipt (for applications not submitted on-line).
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Important Information: Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if applicants meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications may also be used as a part of the comparative analysis process to rank candidates and identify a top group for interview. Read this job announcement carefully before completing the on-line application. Applications must specifically address/support applicant qualifications as they relate to the requirements listed in 'Description of Job' and 'Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions and Conditions of Employment/Additional Requirements' sections. If applicable, official transcripts and/or other supporting documentation must be provided with the application to verify education / minimum qualifications / substitution / additional requirements (unofficial or copies of transcripts may serve as temporary verification only; applicant(s) selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts to verify education). Failure to complete the application properly and include required information and/or documents, or if applications do not demonstrate that experience and/or education are consistent with the categories listed on this announcement, may result in the applicant not being considered for this position. Also, in order to be considered for this position, complete applications must be received by the application deadline/closing date. Applicants will be notified of the results of this review.
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The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Joseph Bloom / Human Resources Manager, at email: ... or call ....