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Copper Island Academy is seeking a Food Service Coordinator to join our outstanding educational team.

Copper Island Academy, located in the picturesque Keweenaw Peninsula of Michigan, is a public school academy committed to preparing all students for college, work, and life success. We embrace a unique blend of highly effective Finnish education practices with traditional American ideals, fostering an environment that nurtures intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and holistic development.

Job Description:

Copper Island Academy is seeking a dedicated Food Service Coordinator who embodies the spirit of "sisu" that is central to our educational model. The Food Service Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our school's food service program, ensuring the provision of healthy, nutritious, and appealing meals for our students and staff. This role involves menu planning, food preparation, compliance with health and safety standards, and coordination with our vendor and local food suppliers.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Planning: Collaborate with the meal vendor to develop and implement nutritious and balanced menus that meet NSLP standards and accommodate various dietary needs and preferences.
• Compliance and Quality Control: Ensure all food service operations comply with federal, state, and local health and safety regulations and serve as the primary liaison between Copper Island Academy and the meal vendor to address and resolve any issues that arise.
• Inventory and Record-Keeping: Manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storing food supplies and equipment and maintain accurate records of meal counts, food safety inspections, and other required documentation.
• Budget Management: Work within budgetary constraints to deliver cost-effective meal services and maximize meals served by regularly implementing improvements based on parent, staff, and student feedback.
• Staff Supervision: Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen support staff, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
• Farm to Table Initiative: Develop and maintain relationships with local farmers and food producers to incorporate fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients into the school menu.

• Vendor Coordination: Work with our food vendor to ensure timely delivery of quality products, coordinate menus, and facilitate integration of Farm to Table.

   Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• National School Lunch Program experience
• SafeServ certification
• Valid driver's license
• Be able to lift 40 pounds

AT COPPER ISLAND ACADEMY, YOU CAN EXPECT:

• A Community of Support
• Professional Autonomy and Trust
• Competitive Compensation
• A Culture of High Expectations

Company Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans

• 4% 401(k) company contribution 

• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer

• Voluntary Plans Available

For more information on Copper Island Academy, please visit our website at www.copperislandacademy.org/careers/.

Partner Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Partner Solutions complies with ADA regula