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2026-2027 Director of Food Services

Hazlehurst City School District

Central Office Hazlehurst, Mississippi

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Management, Budget Management, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Contract Management, Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Financial Administration, Financial Reporting, Food Services, Food and Beverage Industry, Healthcare, Hospital, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Menu Management, Nutrition, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Resolve Customer Issues, Restaurant, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, ServSafe Certification
LOCATION
Central Office Hazlehurst, Mississippi
POSTED
1 day ago

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

 

A Food Service Director manages all aspects of dining operations, including staff supervision, menu planning, budgeting, and regulatory compliance to ensure high-quality food service in establishments like schools, hospitals, or restaurants. They optimize kitchen workflows, handle purchasing, maintain safety standards, and drive financial performance. 
Key Responsibilities
  • Operational Management: Oversee daily kitchen and dining room activities, including food preparation, inventory control, and equipment maintenance.
  • Financial & Administrative: Develop budgets, manage food and labor costs, prepare financial reports, and handle purchasing/bids for supplies.
  • Leadership: Hire, train, schedule, and supervise staff to ensure high-performance standards.
  • Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to sanitation, safety, and health regulations (e.g., HACCP).
  • Menu & Nutrition: Plan nutritious, appealing menus that meet client needs and dietary restrictions.
  • Customer Service: Address complaints, engage with clients, and improve dining experiences. 
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Experience: Generally requires 4+ years of food service experience, with 1–3 years in a management role.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, culinary arts, or nutrition, or equivalent experience.
  • Skills: Strong leadership, communication, budgetary, and organizational skills.
  • Knowledge: Knowledge of health and safety regulations (e.g., ServSafe Certification). 
Typical Work Settings
  • Schools and School Districts
  • Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
  • Corporate Dining
  • Senior Living Communities
  • Contract Food Management Companies

 

Hazlehurst City School District assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements.  However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.  It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

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