Food Program Manager Jobs in Middletown, CT (NOW HIRING)

EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives. 
Mission
EdAdvance, exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities.
EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach grounded in the "3C's", Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.
Part time academic calendar position
Location: Regional Learning Center in Torrington
Position open until filled / Anticipated start date August 15, 2026 
Position Description:  
The Food Service Manager will oversee all aspects of school Food Service for Explorations Charter School and Torrington Head Start. Candidate should be knowledgeable in National School Lunch Program, safety and sanitation, and possess strong customer service skills.

• Oversee the preparation of meals for the National School Lunch and Breakfast program and Child & Adult Food Program.
• Ability to cook as required
• Will drive and transport food
• Other duties as may be assigned
• Occasional flexible or additional hours may be needed
• Regular and consistent attendance is considered an essential function of this position

Major Responsibilities: 

• Tasks may include preparing food which may involve basic cooking, serving food to students, cleaning kitchen equipment and putting away stock / deliveries
• Driving and delivering food
• Ordering food from multiple vendors
• Ability to work with a Point of Sale System
• Follows all sanitation and health codes governing food preparation and personal appearance
• Works with hot ovens, sharp tools, slippery floors, and some heavy lifting
• Requires general knowledge of food and nutrition
• Other duties as may be assigned 

Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Qualified food operators' certificate or the ability to become certified
• Strong organizational skills are a must
• Knowledge of food, nutrition and methods of quantity cooking
• Ability to operate and care for institutional equipment
• Basic Computer skills
• Ability to keep all records as directed
• Be cognizant of acceptable public relations techniques and possess good judgment                                                
• Ability to delegate authority and to communicate with other department personnel
• Aptitude for working in a program serving children

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work entire shift on your feet
• Must be able to push and pull carts

 
Application Procedure:   
Applications should be submitted for consideration by visiting EdAdvance's employment page at, http://edadvance.org/about-us/employment, and click on the APPLY button next to the job posting of interest.
EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim, (along with any other classification protected by law).  EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT  06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvance's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures, including compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX, should contact: HR@edadvance.org 

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants requiring an accommodation to complete the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.