Job Description
Director of Food Services
Position Title: Food Service Director
Reports To: Superintendent / Director of Finance
Schedule: Part-time position, approximately 20 hours per week for the 2026�2027 school year. This position may be combined with another food service role to create a full-time opportunity. It is anticipated that the position will transition into a full-time shared role with another local school district beginning in the 2027�2028 school year.
Position Summary
The part-time working Food Service Director is responsible for the overall management and daily operation of a self-operated school nutrition program serving approximately 650 students across three buildings. This role combines program leadership, regulatory compliance, and hands-on kitchen support, ensuring all operations meet USDA Child Nutrition Program and Michigan Department of Education (MDE) requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Compliance
- Oversee National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP)
- Ensure compliance with USDA and MDE regulations, including meal patterns, documentation, and reporting
- Complete and submit reimbursement claims, production records, and required reports
- Lead preparation for Administrative Reviews and health inspections
- Maintain HACCP-based food safety program and sanitation standards
Hands-On Operations (Essential Function)
- Actively assist with meal preparation, cooking, and service as needed
- Provide coverage for staff absences and support daily kitchen operations across buildings
- Ensure consistency in food quality, portioning, and service
- Assist with receiving, inventory, and product rotation
Menu Planning & Nutrition
- Develop menus that meet federal nutrition standards and student preferences
- Ensure compliance with special dietary accommodations and food allergies
- Monitor participation and adjust offerings to improve student engagement
Staff Supervision & Coordination
- Supervise and support food service staff across all buildings
- Develop schedules and coordinate staffing between sites
- Train staff on compliance, food safety, and operational procedures
- Participate in hiring and performance evaluations
Financial & Operational Oversight
- Manage food service budget for a self-operated program
- Monitor food, labor, and supply costs to maintain financial stability
- Oversee ordering, vendor relationships, and inventory controls
- Evaluate program efficiency and identify cost-saving opportunities
Communication & Leadership
- Serve as liaison between administration, staff, and families
- Collaborate with building principals and district leadership
- Promote the food service program within the school community, including district social media and regular parent communication
Minimum Qualifications (Aligned with USDA Guidelines)
- High school diploma required (Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred)
- Minimum 3 years of relevant food service experience, preferably in a school or institutional setting
- Experience supervising staff and managing operations
- Knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Programs and compliance requirements
- ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
INTERNAL APPLICANTS:
Submit your resume, including three professional references, by Friday, May 22, 2026, to:
Ms. Tracy West
Atherton Community Schools
3354 S. Genesee Road
Burton, MI 48519
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS:
Apply online no later than Friday, May 22, 2026, at