Food Services Specialist

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Administration - Tucson, AZ 85713Position Type: 40 hours/week - year roundEducation Level: High School Diploma or GEDSalary Range: $15.48 - $15.48 HourlyTravel Percentage: In-Town and Out of TownJob Shift: Day (M-F) Approx 8am - 5pmJob Category: Professional ServicesLevel: Experienced

Position Type: 40 hours/week - year round

Salary: $32,198 Salary/year

Travel %: In-Town and Out of Town

Job Shift: Day (M-F), eligible for hybrid schedule, some early mornings and evening work

Job Categories: Health Services

Location: Margaret H Molloy Administration Building, 602 E 22nd St, Tucson, AZ 85713

Classification: Salary, Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Food Services Coordinator
Supervises: none

 

Job Summary:  As a member of the Health and Nutrition Services (HNS) team and under the general direction of the Food Services Coordinator, the Food Services Specialist (FSS) provides oversight and support for food service operations across five clusters, 40 centers, and approximately 2500 children. The FSS ensures delivery of quality food service operations, meeting the nutritional needs of children, and compliance with all food program requirements. The FSS must maintain current knowledge of food service regulations of the Office of Head Start (OHS), Bureau of Child Care Licensing (BCCL), the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), and other State and local agencies. The FSS collaborates with the Food Services Coordinator to assess training needs, develop, and provide training for food service and other staff. The FSS observes, monitors, and evaluates the implementation of all food service, mealtime, and sanitation practices, and food service record-keeping. Provides guidance to ensure correction of non-compliance findings. Participate in menu and recipe development and product research. Assists in food and supplies purchasing and maintaining documentation. Organizes, reviews, and prepares CACFP monthly documentation in preparation for reimbursement claim submission. Provides coverage for center food service staff as assigned. Collaborates with and supports the Health and Nutrition Department and cross-department teams.

 

Benefits:


Paid Leave - 26 paid holidays, 5 days paid vacation after one year and up to 20 days each year thereafter, and 8 days paid Personal leave first year, 9 days each year thereafter, up to 40 hours days paid Sick leave each year.
Insurance benefits - dental, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Reimbursement Arrangements, Health Savings Accounts, PPO medical (3 plans), Vision, and Supplemental Life coverage for self, spouse, and child ($25,000 basic life and Accidental death and disability provided by employer)
Retirement Plan - Agency contribution after years of services and hours eligibility criteria are met. Employee 401k deferral once eligibility is met.


 

Minimum Qualifications:


HS diploma or GED
Minimum three years’ experience in food service.
Must the able to complete and pass the Food Safety Manager Certification within one year of hire.
Read, write, and speak English.
Demonstrated proficiency using Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Submit a valid State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to the first day of work.


 

Other Requirements (post hire):


Must be able to travel to and from various sites as needed.
Provide proof of immunizations: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Tdap (adult Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis), and a clear Tuberculosis Self-Assessment.
Able to pass a company paid physical exam prior to starting work.
Able to pass a criminal background check.
Must be able to prove the right to work in the USA by providing appropriate documents to complete the Federal I-9 form.
Must possess or have the ability to possess and keep current certification in First Aid Training/CPR training including Infants and Children.


 

Competencies:


Planning and Organizing
Ethics and Integrity
Attention to Detail
Safety Focus
Mathematical Reasoning
Problem Solving
Teamwork
Self-Management
Adaptability and Flexibility
Technology


 

Desired Qualifications:


Possess an associate degree in nutrition, Food Services/Management or agreed equivalent that supports high quality implementation of our Food Services program as determined by the agency.
Minimum of three years’ experience working in food service environment
Minimum three years’ experience working in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and familiarity with CACFP regulations.
Read, write, and speak Spanish.


 

Work Environment:


Primary


Office setting


Secondary

Kitchen setting
Possible exposure to sharp objects, hot equipment, and moving parts in small appliances.
Possible exposure to cleaning and sanitizing chemicals
Possible exposure to blood and bodily f