Nutrition Services Operations and Training Specialist

JOB
Under general supervision, plan, develop and conduct a wide variety of staff training programs for new and current Nutrition Services personnel regarding Nutrition Services policies, procedures, laws and regulations and point of sale computerized systems; serve as a substitute site supervisor as needed to assure smooth and efficient delivery of nutrition services to students and staff; perform related duties as assigned.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.Plan, develop and conduct a wide variety of staff training programs for new and current Nutrition Services personnel; assist in assuring departmental compliance with applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned activities. ESchedule and conduct monthly departmental orientation sessions for new employees; review departmental organization, applicable policies and procedures and health and sanitation laws; conduct guided tours of the Central Kitchen; demonstrate use of computerized point of sale system, use of kitchen equipment and methods of preparing, cooking and serving food. ESchedule and conduct in-service trainings on a wide variety of topics including supervisory skills, use of computerized point of sale system, card rack preparation, methods of preparing, cooking and serving food, proper use and maintenance of cafeteria equipment, ordering and storing supplies and completion of nutrition services paperwork. EUpdate and modify presentations, operating procedure manuals and training materials in response to changing laws, policies and procedures; participate in developing departmental procedures related to assigned activities. EPerform monthly point of sale system backups at school sites; review point of sale reports; correct errors such as overrings and eligibility changes; revise reports as necessary. ETroubleshoot and resolve point of sale system operating issues; change student Personal Identification Numbers (PIN's) as needed; communicate with computer support staff regarding installation and repair of hardware, software and equipment; install software upgrades. EConduct on-site training and provide assistance to supervisors and staff as necessary; identify and resolve operational or personnel issues at assigned sites; observe presentations of employee performance evaluations as requested; provide performance improvement guidance to employees and limited term workers; maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information. EConduct regularly scheduled site visits and time-studies at assigned school sites; observe and evaluate meal service operations; prepare recommendations for improvements; take immediate corrective action regarding safety and sanitation and meal service issues as needed; follow up with sites to assure procedures are being followed. EServe as a substitute site supervisor as needed to assure smooth and efficient delivery of nutrition services to students and staff; assure safe and sanitary service of appetizing meals. EDevelop production and work schedules for sites as needed; develop opening and closing procedures and schedules for new supervisory staff. EReview weekly site production records for accuracy and completeness; verify meal counts and identify discrepancies; present lists of discrepancies to sites for resolution; assure site compliance with State and federal guidelines. EMonitor After School Snack program operations to assure compliance with State and federal guidelines. EReview and complete daily paperwork including eligibility applications, classroom rosters, meal production reports and edit checks for assigned specialized school sites such as storefront locations and charter schools; develop forms and guidelines for processing paperwork. EContinuously survey existing Nutrition Services operations for safety, service costs and areas in need of improvement; advise departmental administration of areas in need of improvement. EPrepare and review the preparation of a variety of records and reports related to assigned activities including reimbursement meal claims, edit checks, site monitoring reports, weekly paperwork checklists, daily sales records, production records and inventory reports. EResearch and compile a variety of information for special projects as directed; attend to administrative details on special matters as assigned. ECommunicate with school site staff, parents, administrators and outside agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities, respond to inquiries and resolve issues and concerns regarding Nutrition Services policies and procedures. ETrain and supervise the performance of staff as assigned by the position; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions. EOperate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; operate a computerized point of sale system; drive a vehicle to conduct work. EAttend a variety of conferences and meetings to maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned activities. EPerform year-end closing procedures for traditional and year-round schools. EParticipate in the taste testing and evaluation of new food products and menu items. Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Valid Food Safety Manager certificate issued by an authorized agency.Valid California Class C driver's license and use of a personal automobile.PHYSICAL DEMANDSSitting or standing for extended periods of time.Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy trays, carts and supplies weighing approximately 25 pounds, and with assistance up to approximately 50 pounds.Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and nutrition service equipment.Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.Seeing to read a variety of materials.AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACTPersons with certain disabilities may be capable of performing the essential duties of this class with or without reasonable accommodation, depending on the nature of the disability.The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, national origin, religion, race or ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach, Director of Employee Relations, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8220, srockenbach@lbschools.net and Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton, Director of Human Resource Services, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8108, kdalton@lbschools.net. SELECTION PROCEDURE: The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following: screening of the applicant's training, background, and experience; scored evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination, scored on a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.