Coordinator, Food Services

THE ORGANIZATION: VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD (SCHOOL DISTRICT 39) With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m?θk??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx_wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish) Nation, and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation. At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education. Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships. The VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important. As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. For more information about our school district, visit https://www.vsb.bc.ca/. THE OPPORTUNITY: COORDINATOR, FOOD SERVICES Help oversee our food services program and provide nutritious food to Vancouver students. Join our team as Coordinator, Food Services of VSB Operated Cafeterias, with operational oversight of ten (10) cafeterias in the District, offering food services to over 5,000 Elementary and Secondary students each day. This includes the Food4School and Hot Lunch programs, which provide meals to vulnerable students. Reporting to the Supervisor of Food Services, you will coordinate operational oversight and support for approximately 40 cafeteria support staff, provide monthly financial and operational reports to the district, coordinate food safety regulatory standards, and implement the District Food Safe Plan in VSB-Operated Cafeterias. As a Professional Cook/Baker or Food Service Supervisor, you are able to maintain food safe plans and meet required Vancouver Coastal Health regulatory standards, licenses, and permits. In this position, you will also supervise the commissary production kitchens producing approximately 4,000 hot meals per day. You will supervise production staff to prepare these meals in accordance with a set district menu. Your proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook (as well as other computerized programs for food orders, inventory, and point of sale) will enable you to expertly administer food and supply contracts, coordinate consolidated supply orders, receive goods, manage inventory controls, and approve invoices for the Food4School, Hot Lunch and cafeteria programs. You will also be responsible for coordinating business data collection for cafeteria operations. Qualifications and Experience Minimum of 2 years Post-Secondary Education in Food and Nutrition Management, Business Management, or related field Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM) certification OR a TQ Cook/Baker Certificate FoodSafe Level 1 & Level 2 Three (3) years of related experience in cafeteria, catering or commercial food services (along with experience supervising in a unionized work environment) Valid B.C. Driver's License with the ability to visit schools and commissary kitchens COMPENSATION The salary for this position is $74,454 - $87,593 plus a comprehensive benefits package, including, Municipal Pension Plan, Vancouver Employee Savings Plan, Extended Health, Dental, Group Life, Long Term Disability, Vacation, Gratuity, and potential Compensatory time. This position is 100% in-person and will require travel from the VSB Education Centre (1580 West Broadway) to various school sites. TO APPLY To be considered for this position, please apply via makeafuture.ca and include a cover letter and resume along with your application to this competition. The closing date for this competition is Thursday, October 24th at 8:30am. Create a profile on Make a Future Click "Apply Now" under Management positions Upload all supporting documents. Your application must include a cover letter, resume and your last 3 direct supervisors/managers as references. Answer the job posting questions Once your application has been submitted you will receive a confirmation email. This posting is ongoing until filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please note, only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. Additional Information for Applicants: As a public body, the personal information provided in this application is collected and used by the Vancouver School Board (“VSB”) in accordance with section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (“FIPPA”), RSBC 1996, c.165, as amended. This information will be used by VSB staff for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications, experience, and suitability for this position. It may also be used to verify the information provided, conduct reference checks, and/or contact you about next steps in the job competition. Pursuant to section 30 of FIPPA, the VSB takes reasonable security measures to protect the personal information within its custody and control, including what has been provided in this application. Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, please email recruitmentvsb.bc.ca . The VSB has been given approval from the Human Rights Tribunal for a Special Program under s. 42(3) of the Human Rights Code. Under this special program, the VSB seeks to preferentially hire Aboriginal persons to a variety of teaching positions. Therefore, each applicant may wish to provide, on a voluntary basis, information whether they self-identify as an Aboriginal person.

Location: Greater Vancouver, CA

Posted Date: 10/6/2024