Job Summary: DCPS is looking to hire an energetic, well-versed chef who can execute menus/meals to the highest standards. The ideal candidate will ensure that DCPS school menus are being cooked properly and in compliance with the USDA’s regulations for school meals. Must be very knowledgeable and skilled in food styling and plating techniques. Responsible for developing a cost-efficient production to enhance the appearance and flavor of meals served across all DCPS food and nutrition program sites. Strong communication and training skills are required. Managerial, administrative duties, department collaborations, and traveling are included in this position. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: o Ensure DCPS menus/meals are executed and implemented to the highest standards for food quality and consistency. o Ensure all DCPS menus are being cooked properly, meals are served in an appealing manner, and the service methods are consistent across all sites. Chef should be knowledgeable in food presentation and plating techniques; knowing which supplies (i.e., food containers, utensils, meal trays, cookware, etc.) to order to decorate and present school meals in an appealing way to students. o Visit school sites to ensure that the menus are being cooked and presented properly and that services displayed by staff are consistent across all sites. o Collaborate with the DCPS Field Operation Teams and the Nutrition Compliance and Partnerships (NCP) team to ensure that menus/meal are executed properly, co-create recipes, and ensure that DCPS standardized recipes meet the USDA standards for meal compliance and metric for student success and acceptance. o Work closely with the Self Operations Manager to identify opportunities to improve current business systems such as ordering and inventory processes, labor models and alternative service methods to increase participation and student satisfaction. o Act as a liaison between vendors and coordinate deliveries and logistics. Administrative/Managerial Duties and Responsibilities o Manage the operational logistics of delivery and vendor communication. o Assist in the oversight of required annual federal and state audits to ensure DCPS is compliant with all National School Lunch Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program, and other regulatory standards. o Formulate and implement standard of operating procedures including systems, standards, and specifications to sustain the habits of proper execution in terms of recipe adherence and execution expectations. o Create detailed timelines for each initiative; assesses and tracks project progress regularly using various computer programs and tools; and drives project completion holding others accountable for responsibilities and deadlines. o Assist with the procurement of local food items, USDA’s foods, and regularly sourced food items from FNS vendor partners. o Assist with the onboarding and training of new school-based employees and central office team members. o Assist in the maintenance and support of business systems, including ordering, inventory, timekeeping and other standard policies, and protocols. o Conduct hands on professional development sessions focusing specifically on culinary best practices, HACCP, and food safety. o Conduct culinary training workshops to assist Food Nutrition Service Self Operated Leads and Cooks practice new recipes, implement techniques properly and understand production needs. o Regularly visit school sites to ensure that recipes and presentations are executed to the highest standards. o Streamline all service ware and small wares across school sites to standardize presentation. Department Collaborations and Support: o Work closely with Nutrition and Compliance Teams to host Recipe Workshops. o Work with the Nutrition and Compliance team to develop a five-year strategy to increase local food procurement. o Work with the Manager of Nutrition and Compliance to implement taste tests and surveys to directly apply student feedback onto the menu. o Work directly with the Field Supervisor, to offer support, feedback. o Build relationships and liaises with various internal departments to drive collaboration and project success; and interacts with and responds effectively to urgent requests from multiple internal and external DCPS stakeholders. Other Skills and Abilities: o Originate and files required regulatory documentation and other pertinent reporting immediately. o Apply deep content knowledge and relevant expertise to DCPS projects and general operations; advises department management in specific areas of focus and helps build competency in others. o Anticipate, identify, and resolve complex obstacles to success of overall program as well as specific projects. Qualifications: Education/Experience Requirements: o Must have a solid culinary science background, as well as a completed bachelor’s degree (B.A, B.S.) in the following majors of food science, culinary science, culinary arts, food and nutrition, hospitality, or any related degree in food, culinary and hospitality. Degrees must be obtained from an accredited University, College, or culinary institution(s). o Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of advanced knowledge and experience in food service and kitchen management. o Develop standardized recipes and menu production sheets. o Able to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. o Able to handle multiple tasks at once. o Have exceptional budgeting skills to control cost, inventory ordering and production. o Outstanding time management skills o Self-sufficient Other Qualifications and Desired Skills: o Experience or knowledgeable in food styling and plating techniques. o Able to stay current on new culinary trends and recipes. o Working knowledge in using various computer and food software program. o Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. o Proficient in oral and written communication. (Ideal candidate must be able to comfortably conduct trainings and presentations, respond to questions from groups of managers, committees, suppliers, and employees. o Experience working in school systems and full understanding in federal regulations on school meals is a plus. Licenses: Driver’s license Salary/Position: Position starts as a1099- contractors with a competitive monthly salary. Candidate hired as a full-time employee will receive employee compensation and benefits package provided by DCPS. If you are excited to work with DCPS to make school meals more appetizing, nutritious, and tasty, please send your resume/CV with a cover letter to: C.Jonez Nutrition Consulting Services L.L.C (DBA, Food Jonezi) Attention: Shona Barnes E-mail: hr@foodjonezi.com