COORDINATOR OF FOOD SERVICE

COORDINATOR OF FOOD SERVICE JobID: 5842 Position Type: Leadership (Dept. or Program Level)/CoordinatorDate Posted: 11/10/2026Location: Food ServiceDate Available: 2026-2027 Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED Additional Information: Show/HideCoordinator of Food Service: Derby Public Schools is seeking a Coordinator of Food Service to oversee kitchen operations and support student nutrition. Registered Dietitian or Dietitian Technician credentials are strongly preferred. Responsibilities include staff supervision and training, menu planning and nutrient analysis, coordinating special dietary needs, and ensuring compliance with school nutrition requirements. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, large-scale food preparation experience, and a Food Handler's card. A bachelor's degree is preferred. Interested applicants must complete an online application through Frontline. Direct inquiries to Becky Moeder, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, at rmoeder@usd260.com.Position open until filled.Salary: $60,000-$70,000 based on experience and degreeAll Job Descriptions are posted on our Job Description Index. Job ID 611See the 2026 Benefit Guide for more information on health insurance, supplemental insurances, and other benefits our staff are eligible for.Food Service CoordinatorJob DescriptionPurpose: The Food Service Coordinator assists in the supervision of food preparation and supervises kitchen operations at the elementary, sixth grade and middle school. To accomplish these tasks the Food Service Coordinator must work closely with the staff and administration of Derby Public Schools.Responsible to: Food Service SupervisorSalary: Contracted AmountClassification of Employment: ExemptQualifications:1. Registered Dietitian or Dietitian Technician preferred.2. Bachelors' degree preferred.3. High school diploma or equivalent.4. Experience in large-scale food preparation.5. Food Handlers card.6. Must have basic math and computation skills.7. Desire to continue career improvement.Essential Functions:1. Knowledge, Skill and Abilitiesa. Supervise and evaluate food service staff at all elementary schools and middle school.b. Ensure all activities conform to district guidelines.c. Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.d. React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.e. Appropriately operate all equipment as required.f. Must have working knowledge of basic math applications and computations skills.g. Support the value of education.h. Support the mission and philosophy of Derby Public Schools. 2. Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:a. Requires the ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.b. Requires the ability to manually move, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.c. Occasionally requires the ability to stoop, bend and reach.d. Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.e. Must be able to work in and around fumes and odors.f. Must be able to maintain appropriate levels of personal hygiene.g. Must be able to follow district guidelines for professional food service dress code.h. Must be able to comply with state health and sanitation guidelines.i. Must be able to work with electrical and gas appliances.j. Must be able to work with dishwashing liquids and powders, solvents and other cleaning chemicals.k. Must be able to work with materials of intense heat or extreme cold.l. Must be able to lift 40 pounds occasionally.m. Must be able to lift 25 pounds repeatedly.n. Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job. General Responsibilities:1. Assist staff with nutrition education or conduct classroom nutrition education activities.2. Establish training programs for current employees, new employees, and substitute employees.3. Monitor food service staff to ensure that department and district guidelines are followed.4. Make recommendations for staffing changes to the food service supervisor.5. Conduct nutrition education in order to educate patrons, staff, and students on healthful diets and the National School Lunch Program.6. Ensure all food service is done in a timely manner as to meet schedules.7. Prepare food and clean kitchen equipment.8. Maintain proper sanitary and safety practices and standards.9. Promote the Derby Public Schools school lunch program through cafeteria promotions, special menus, building wide involvement, as well as additional promotion development.10. Development of wellness programs for food service department.11. Coordinate with building principals to ensure food service is meeting the needs of the building students and staff.12. Channel communication between the kitchens and central kitchen.13. Make recommendations for hiring new personnel.14. Assist with the preparation and service of "special functions" e.g. catering, implementation of new products, menu changes requested by schools etc.15. Review and approve time sheets before submitting them to the food service supervisor.16. Maintain employee records such as: uniform orders, food handler's cards, attendance, hospitality fund, evaluation schedule, and others.17. Plan and implement special diets for students with documented special meal requirements.18. Visit and evaluate employees in all schools (except high school) on a regular basis. Provide on the job training and make recommendations for improving customer service and increased productivity.19. Must have knowledge of the all components of the National School Lunch Program USDA and KSDE guidelines.20. Evaluate and report on menu acceptance and compliance with State and Federal regulations.21. Assist with menu nutrient analysis and required record keeping.22. Assist with menu development with the goal of increasing customer satisfaction and employee productivity.23. Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.24. Make recommendations for the purchase and repair of equipment and supplies.25. Oversee kitchen clean up and storage of leftover food.26. Adhere to all district health and safety policies.27. Other duties as assigned by the Food Service Supervisor or administrative staff, which are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications of the position.