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Job Description

The Food Services Coordinator is a full-time, ten-month position reporting to the Managing Director of Operations and Human Resources. This employee ensures: student access to nutritional foods in a warm, welcoming, and clean environment; smooth and efficient daily operation of the school cafeteria; and adherence to local, state, and federal requirements.

The Food Services Manager (FSM) is responsible for leading all aspects of the school’s food service program, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations—including the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), and Massachusetts DESE nutrition standards. The FSM ensures that every student has access to nutritious meals in a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment that reflects the school’s mission and values. In addition to overseeing daily meal service, the FSM manages catering and hospitality for school events, works closely with the school nurse to accommodate student dietary needs and allergies, and supports school-wide operations by assisting with event setup as needed.

What You Will Do

• Distribute pre-packaged meals to students for breakfast and lunch each day following

planned menus

• Coordinate Food Services Administration and Point of Sale.

• Place pre-packaged food orders with the external food provider.

• Assure that the food provider is maintaining federal nutritional requirements.

• Distribute and track monthly billing for student meals (when applicable).

• Prepare and provide monthly reimbursement claims.

• Ensure Cafeteria and Kitchen organization and cleanliness in accordance with the Board

of Health requirements.

• Manage food service supply inventory and request orders as needed.

• Event Coordination for student and staff events.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administrative:

• Maintain adherence to food safety regulations including board of health

compliance and temperature control.

• Maintain supply inventory with the assistance of the procurement office.

• Maintain various student information systems.

• Maintain menus on the school website.

• Student Service:

• Foster a warm and inviting atmosphere

• Provide opportunities for students to engage in the school meals program

• Maintain a student service driven philosophy that focuses on value and

satisfaction

• Sanitation:

• Ensure cafeteria and kitchen organization and cleanliness.

• Maintain temperature logs and food safety charts per regulations.

• Post-meal clean-up as needed.

• Financial Management and Recordkeeping

• Provide monthly reimbursement claims.

• Support Staff Accountant in regards to budget controls.

• Procurement

• Follow procurement procedures as outlined by DESE

• Nutrition and Menu Planning/Food Production:

• Place food orders in accordance with the requirements of our food vendor.

• Ensure that the menu meets federal nutritional requirements.

• Ensure adequate options for those with special dietary needs.

• Ensure meal components are handled safely and are accessible to students during

scheduled meal times.

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• Computer Technology:

• Use POS to track daily and monthly sales information.

• Update student data as needed.

• Pull reports for compliance, claims, and state data.

• DESE Nutrition Department Compliance:

• Complete applications and reporting as outlined by DESE.

• Participate in any necessary training and audits as dictated by DESE or local,

state, and federal programs.

• Event Coordination:

• Place orders for hospitality/catering for meetings and special events.

• Procure and serve food for special school functions.

• Manage and be present at evening events as needed.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

• 2 or more years of experience working in educational food services.

• Associate’s Degree in Food Service Management, Hospitality, or related field; candidates with relevant experience from education, public, or private sectors will be considered.

• Demonstrated expertise with computer information and data management systems.

including Office, Google Apps, and experience with, or the ability to learn the student

information system.

• Flexibility; the ability to handle unforeseen challenges and to work independently.

• Strong work ethic, including a demonstrated ability to set and meet goals, establish timelines and consistently meet deadlines.

• Ability to promote a structured, orderly, safe, and respectful school environment that fosters student-centered learning.

• Demonstrated ability to connect with diverse students and families.

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.

• Unwavering belief in our mission and vision: that all students can achieve at high levels.

• Commitment to the mission of educational equity. ● Spanish proficiency preferred.

• Charter school experience preferred.