Food Service Coordinator

KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond.

Located in both Albany and Troy, NY, KIPP Capital Region serves 2,500 students in grades K-12 across seven schools.

We believe every individual walks through the doors of schools bearing gifts.

Talent.

Perspective.

Drive.

Inspiration.

So at KIPP Capital Region, we support every student and educator to see those gifts, and then build the skills and confidence they need to thrive.

We are committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all of our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students, together.

Position Overview

The Food Service Coordinator is responsible for leading the Food Service team and the food service operations at their assigned school location to ensure meals for students are properly portioned and served.

Duties/Responsibilities


* Ensure food service operations comply with departmental, local, state, and federal agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.


* Coordinate the operation of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), under the Food Service Leadership Team.


* Assist in monitoring compliance with NSLP and SFSP regulations.


* Complete orders and surveys related to USDA Foods and DOD Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Programs.


* Inventory and verify food order deliveries; oversee USDA food deliveries bi-weekly during the school year and summer, if applicable.


* Submit weekly reports verifying USDA food deliveries.


* Address food service issues and complaints related to meal program operations and federal regulations.


* Conduct taste tests, staff and student surveys, and nutrition education workshops.


* Present nutrition programs to students, parents, and teachers.


* Assist in preparing and distributing bids, quotes, and requests for proposals for food, supplies, and equipment; gather equipment specifications and cut sheets for Equipment Grant applications; navigate the Grant Gateway as needed.


* Assist in plan reviews for new and renovated kitchens and equipment.


* Prepare written nutrition information for school board members, district administration, principals, and Food Service Staff as directed.


* Attend District Wellness Committee meetings and establish and oversee the Food Service Advisory Committee (FSAC).


* Prepare sites for and assist with District, State Education Department, and Federal audits.


* Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars to stay informed and gather necessary information.


* Verify and monitor HACCP procedures, including temperature logs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).


* Monitor and upd...