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Specialist, Division of Food and Nutrition Services

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Specialist, Division of Food and Nutrition Services CODE: 0652
WORKING TITLE:
GRADE: M
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: In accordance with the goals and objectives of the division, assists in developing and administering the food service programs through technical and supervisory expertise. Primary areas of responsibility include analyzing financial and participation records for all food services programs; evaluating cafeteria operations; developing staffing patterns for school-based operations and serving as liaison to the Office of Human Resources; providing technical support to field and warehouse staff; assisting with theinterpretation of federal, state, and local regulations and implementing the program changes necessary; reviewing construction plans and determining operation procedures for the new/renovated facilities; establishing nutritional parameters for the food service programs; providing nutritional expertise to schools and offices; and assisting in the development of program policies and budget.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:
Thorough knowledge of procedures, policies, and methods of food service operations, including equipment layout and design, work simplification, current financial and management theories and practies and effective employee training techniques. Thorough knowledge of governmental regulations related to food service and procurement procedures, nutritiion, food technology, and food transporting logistics. Ability to evaluate and improve cafeteria and other food service programs. Ability to effectvely administer food service programs including supervision and instruction of employees. Skill in computer use for food service operations. Excellent oral and written communications and human relations skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in food service management, institutional management or related field with appropriate courses in dietetics, sanitation, nutrition or food service management. Experience in central kitchen administration or commissary food service administration. Experience with developing and implementing budgets maintaining cost controls. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Ppossession of a valid Maryland Class C driver's license or equivalent. Registration by the American Dietetic Assocation strongly desired.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) none.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Ability to work overtime as required
PAID OVERTIME: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Analyzes financial and participation records of all food service operations and recommends corrective action when necessary.

Evaluates cafeteria operations and develops plans for efficient operations.

Develops and expands services to other departments and agencies.

Develops staffing pattersn for school-based operations.

Services as a liaison to the Office of Human Resurces in staffing and promotional matters.

Assists in the inerpretation of federal, state, and local regulations and implements any changes.

Ensures complian with all regulations.

Administers the free and reduced price meal program and hears informal appeals of program decisions.

Has responsibility for the receipt and distribution of surplus commodities donated by the federal government.

Performs related work as required.

Class Established: 6/68
Date(s) Revised: 2/83, 8/93, 12/04

This description may be changed at any time.

Note: A general guide to class description, which includes definitions of standard terms used, is considered an integral part of this description and is available from the Office of Human Resources.

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