School Lunch Dietician

Position Type:
Support Staff Date Posted:
2/10/2024 Location:
Thomas E. Carroll Nutrition Center Date Available:
To be determined Closing Date:
Open until filled ******** SCHOOL YEAR Bridgeport Public Schools
Human Resources Department
45 Lyon Terrace, Room 310
Bridgeport, CT 06604 NUTRION CENTER JOB OPENING
SCHOOL LUNCH DIETICIAN
ANNUAL SALARY: $75,000
Supervises staff in the operation of breakfast, lunch, snack, supper, and special meals in assigned schools. Supervises and oversees all areas of food preparation and service. Maintains accurate records and reports as required. REQUIREMENTS:
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours/credits in: Food & Nutrition Registered Dietitian Sustainability RESPONSIBILITIES: Adherence to all regulations of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act and State of Connecticut Healthy Food Certification Legislation. Implementation of departmental policies as set by the Director and the Bridgeport Board of Education. Responsible for the import and accuracy in menu nutritional values. Accurate and proper reporting and recording systems by cafeteria personnel in schools. Auditing software applications in all schools. Instructing cafeteria personnel in health, safety, sanitary practices, serving procedures and the use of equipment. Inventories in all assigned schools. Coordinate with the Chef Manager & Warehouse supervisor on the production and delivery of all specialty meals. This includes but is not limited to nondairy beverages, Meal modifications, Gluten intolerances, Feeding and Swallowing program. Provide nutritional information to nurses. Special projects as assigned. Instructing and directing staff on customer relations and proper food presentation. Reviewing foodservice operations to ensure compliance with program regulations. Reviewing and auditing the ordering of food and non- food items and inventory control. Tracking sales and meal counts. Plans Food service sustainability initiative assigned by the director. This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, responsibilities, and qualifications which comprise this position. Qualified candidates who wish to apply should submit their application through the Bridgeport Public Schools on-line application website: "The Bridgeport Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer."