
Executive Food Service Director at Nevada County Superintendent of Schools (NCSOS)
About the Employer
Welcome to Nevada County Superintendent of Schools – where your passion for education meets exceptional opportunities! As a vital part of our NCSOS organization, you'll find a diverse range of rewarding job opportunities that contribute to the success of multiple school districts and charter schools across the county. Our mission is to provide exemplary countywide leadership, facilitation, and support to create, sustain, and encourage high-quality educational programs for all students. With a commitment to high academic standards, safe and engaging learning environments, and fostering community partnerships, we are dedicated to preparing students for a future of success. Join a team that values hard work, offers career growth opportunities, and takes pride in creating a workplace that people are excited to be a part of. Nevada County Superintendent of Schools is the County Office of Education for Western Nevada County, California. We are a rural community located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills, situated between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe. Nevada County is a vibrant community that is ranked highly for its quality of life and offers a picturesque setting for both work and leisure. If you're passionate about making a difference in education, NCSOS is the golden opportunity you've been looking for!
Job Summary
Job Summary
Join our team as the Executive Food Services Director for a groundbreaking initiative in Nevada County schools! This position will spearhead initiatives such as farm-to-school programs, local procurement partnerships, and the development of a scratch-focused child nutrition program. Leading the Foothills Fresh project, the EFSD will champion sustainable practices by sourcing whole, unprocessed ingredients locally in California. As the visionary behind this initiative, you will play a pivotal role in building the program from concept to fruition. Working under the Superintendent's Joint Power Authority, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of school nutrition in collaboration with key stakeholders. With a focus on centralizing food service programs across nine districts, impacting over 6,000 students, the EFSD will prioritize student well-being and equity in our mission to revolutionize school food service. If you are a dynamic and experienced professional in the culinary environment and ready to be a guiding pillar for the JPA as future decisions are determined, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. Apply now to be part of a team dedicated to providing healthier and locally sourced meals for Nevada County schools.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A combination of education and experience, which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities, may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Food and Nutrition, Institutional Management, Business Administration, or other closely related fields preferred. Master's degree preferred, and extensive experience in the fields of food service system management at the executive level, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. • At least three (5) years of food service management is preferred with an emphasis on a sustainable model that includes: menu planning, food procurement, staff training and supervision, and serving nutritious, tasty, and appealing from-scratch meals in a commercial or institutional environment, preferably to include experience with USDA Child Nutrition Standards and compliance. APPLICATION AND ATTACHMENTS REQUIRED: Online application only. In order for your application to be considered complete, you must attach all required documents listed below. Please only include the required items indicated. We will begin reviewing applications on March 15, 2024. Documents All of the following documents are required for this position: Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters of recommendation written within the last three (3) years.) Resume Valid ServSafe Manager Certificate or equivalent
This position qualifies for the CalPERS retirement system. This position DOES NOT contribute to social security. CalSTRS retirees may not apply for this position.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A combination of education and experience, which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities, may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Food and Nutrition, Institutional Management, Business Administration, or other closely related fields preferred. Master's degree preferred, and extensive experience in the fields of food service system management at the executive level, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. • At least three (5) years of food service management is preferred with an emphasis on a sustainable model that includes: menu planning, food procurement, staff training and supervision, and serving nutritious, tasty, and appealing from-scratch meals in a commercial or institutional environment, preferably to include experience with USDA Child Nutrition Standards and compliance. APPLICATION AND ATTACHMENTS REQUIRED: Online application only. In order for your application to be considered complete, you must attach all required documents listed below. Please only include the required items indicated. We will begin reviewing applications on March 15, 2024. Documents All of the following documents are required for this position: Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters of recommendation written within the last three (3) years.) Resume Valid ServSafe Manager Certificate or equivalent
This position qualifies for the CalPERS retirement system. This position DOES NOT contribute to social security. CalSTRS retirees may not apply for this position.
Comments and Other Information
The JPA Pathway link is the Chef Ann report given to candidates as a road map of what we hope to accomplish with our project. It will not be exact, but it will give you an idea of the school's capacities and process needed to move forward.
Interviews are scheduled for Thursday, April 4th and 2nd round of interviews on Friday, April 5th.
Comments and Other Information
The JPA Pathway link is the Chef Ann report given to candidates as a road map of what we hope to accomplish with our project. It will not be exact, but it will give you an idea of the school's capacities and process needed to move forward.
Interviews are scheduled for Thursday, April 4th and 2nd round of interviews on Friday, April 5th.