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Adjunct Instructor (Culinary Arts) Job Requisition ID: JR0000002025 Number of Openings: 1 Shift ... Current ServSafe Certification. PLEASE UPLOAD A RESUME, TRANSCRIPT(S) AND CERTIFICATIONS.

ServSafe Manager Certification required (Instructor/Proctor certification preferred) Banquet Chef Critical Skills: * Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (HACCP, ServSafe, DPH standards)

ServSafe Manager Certification required (Instructor/Proctor certification preferred) Banquet Chef Critical Skills: * Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (HACCP, ServSafe, DPH standards)

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How much do servsafe instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for servsafe instructor in Georgia is $20.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.62 and $24.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by ServSafe instructors when teaching diverse groups of learners?

ServSafe Instructors often encounter classrooms with varying levels of food safety knowledge, language barriers, and different learning styles. To address these challenges, instructors must adapt their teaching methods—using visual aids, practical demonstrations, and interactive discussions—to ensure all participants grasp key concepts. Additionally, instructors may need to clarify complex regulatory information and provide real-world examples to keep learners engaged and help them relate the material to their specific foodservice roles. Building rapport and encouraging questions also helps create an inclusive, effective learning environment.

What is the difference between Servsafe Instructor vs Food Safety Manager?

AspectServsafe InstructorFood Safety Manager
CertificationsServsafe Food Protection Manager Certification, Instructor CertificationServsafe Food Protection Manager Certification, additional food safety training
Work EnvironmentTraining sessions, classrooms, online coursesRestaurant, food service establishment, overseeing food safety practices
Employer & Industry UsageTraining organizations, food service companies, health departmentsRestaurants, hotels, catering services, food manufacturing

While both roles focus on food safety, a Servsafe Instructor primarily teaches and certifies food safety courses, whereas a Food Safety Manager oversees daily food safety operations within a food service establishment. The Instructor role is more educational, while the Manager role involves hands-on management of food safety protocols.

What is a ServSafe instructor?

A ServSafe Instructor is a certified professional who is authorized to teach ServSafe food safety courses and administer ServSafe certification exams. They are knowledgeable about food safety principles and guidelines established by the National Restaurant Association. Their role is to educate food service managers and staff on proper food handling, sanitation, and safety practices to prevent foodborne illnesses. ServSafe Instructors must complete specific training and maintain their certification through continuing education and recertification requirements. Their expertise helps ensure that establishments comply with local and national food safety regulations.

What does a ServSafe instructor do?

As a ServSafe instructor, your job is to teach food protection and handling procedures for the restaurant industry. ServSafe is a safety training program with accreditation from the National Restaurant Association. Many restaurants require this training for staff and some states require that all food handlers have a ServSafe certification. Most ServSafe instructors do not work in this role full time and also work in the restaurant industry or as instructors in culinary arts programs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a ServSafe instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a ServSafe Instructor, you need in-depth knowledge of food safety principles, experience in food service management, and a current ServSafe Instructor Certification. Familiarity with the ServSafe Manager curriculum, digital testing platforms, and classroom presentation tools is essential. Exceptional communication, public speaking, and adaptability help instructors engage diverse learners and address questions effectively. These skills ensure students are well-prepared to implement critical food safety practices, reducing health risks and supporting regulatory compliance in the food industry.
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Coordinator, FNS [235]

Cobb County School District

Marietta, GA • On-site

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Job description

Classified
Job Number 2400135223
Start Date 09/08/2026
Open Date 08/06/2026
Closing Date 08/14/2026
POSITION TITLE: Coordinator, FNS
JOB CODE: 630D (Cert) or 466J (Class)
DIVISION: Business Services
SALARY SCHEDULE: Professional/Supervisory Support
DEPARTMENT: Food and Nutrition Services
WORK DAYS: 235
REPORTS TO: Director, Food and Nutrition Services
PAY GRADE: Rank F (NK06)
FLSA: Exempt
PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Supervises, disciplines as necessary, plans, directs, assesses, implements, and evaluates the Food and Nutrition Services program in order to meet the nutrition needs and nutrition education requirements of children while adhering to all policies and procedures, local, State and Federal regulations. Develops and provides specialized training for Food and Nutrition Services staff.
REQUIREMENTS:
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Educational Level: Must meet one of the following conditions: hold an Associate Degree in a specific major (food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business or related field) with two years of relevant school nutrition programs experience, or; hold a Bachelor Degree in any academic major with two years of relevant school nutrition programs experience, or; hold a Bachelor Degree in any academic major and a school nutrition director certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, or; hold a Bachelor Degree with academic major in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business, or a related field. Coordinators must complete 30 credit hours of core TID annually until all core requirements are met.
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Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Driver's License; successful graduate of the CCSD FNS Manager-In-Training (MIT) Program (or existing CCSD FNS Manager) who has completed the GADOE core TID courses for School Nutrition Managers preferred; valid ServSafe Certification required (must obtain ServSafe Instructor and Examination Proctor Certification within 3 months of assuming position).
3.
Experience: Three years combined experience in food service management, supervision, food service operations, training, professional development, employee skills development, or related experience required; extensive background in sanitation, food safety, food production, and presentation.
4.
Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities; driving personal vehicle, ability to repetitively lift items weighing a maximum of 50 pounds, walk and stand on cement floor for up to 7.5 hours, climb ladder, stoop, bend, lift and have hands in water; ability to work extended periods in temperatures ranging from extremely hot to sub-zero; ability to tolerate work conditions while cooking, frying, steaming, baking and microwaving; operates equipment that poses possible risk, loss or injury; utilizes cleaning chemicals in solution, aerosol and powder forms; subject to a noisy work environment; (see attached Chart of Physical Demands).
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Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Communicate effectively in written and oral form with people using positive interpersonal skills; ability to transfer knowledge of laws and regulations related to USDA child nutrition and school nutrition policies and procedures to FNS employees; experience in training, planning and creating professional development programs; knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office software and Horizon/OneSource software; accomplish goals in a timely manner, and maintain confidentiality; knowledge of food handling, safety, and sanitation standards and techniques in accordance with the principles of Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), safety regulations and practice applicable to food production facilities and equipment; use tact, patience, and courtesy; interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures; ability to interpret budget data, monitor actual financial results, and take corrective action when necessary to help ensure that financial goals are met; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; organizational skills; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; meet schedules and time lines; work independently with little direction.
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
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Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
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Supervises, coaches, and evaluates Food Service Managers and their school nutrition programs, Floating Managers, and MITs to ensure compliance with all federal, state, county, and District regulations and policies.
3.
Plans, schedules, develops, and conducts instructional training sessions for school food service staff to meet all federal, state, county, and District regulations; training includes topic specific and/or county-wide in-service training, ONE, manager meetings, core TID courses, MIT training, back-to-school training, ServSafe, and one-on-on training, etc.; maintains all training records.
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Investigates, mediates, and documents local school employee human resources issues and performance concerns.
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Conducts analysis of local school nutrition programs (production and personnel records, HACCP records, work schedules, etc.), develops plans for improvement, as needed; evaluates school nutrition programs to ensure compliance with all federal, state, county, and District regulations and polices by conducting reviews.
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Develops, plans, and identifies expected outcomes/results for each School Food Service Manager, as assigned; completes required documentation to communicate purpose and results of school visits.
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Assists in interviewing and selecting Cafeteria Managers, Managers-In-Training, Key-Persons, and Food Service Assistants.
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Responsible for maintaining timely and accurate information and accountable for the quality of information maintained by those supervised.
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Assists in developing policies/procedures and/or updating the manual for Cafeteria Managers and ensuring compliance with all policies/procedures and food and employee safety standards by conducting periodic reviews; assists in developing disaster/emergency standards and responds to disaster and emergency situations including equipment failures, food recalls, natural disasters and food safety concerns, etc.
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Assists in establishing and assuring that schools meet measurable financial objectives and benchmarks (food, labor, revenue, inventory, and other); allocates labor hours to school cafeterias and ensures compliance.
11.
Implements a menu system meeting federal regulations; assists in evaluating food products, testing, developing, and maintaining recipes based on nutrition standards for quality, cost, customer preference, ease of preparation, and presentation.
12.
Collaborates in the layout and design and manages opening of new and renovated kitchens and cafeterias; assists in determining equipment needs and specifications consistent with program needs and budget.
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Assures integration of the FNS program into the total educational experience via promotions, special functions and nutrition education activities to increase participation of all customer groups.
14.
Responds to internal and external customers in a timely, accurate, courteous and empathetic manner representing CCSD in a positive light; collaborates with school administration and provides feedback in response to customer issues.
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Develops leadership in subordinates.
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Attends professional development programs to gain knowledge beneficial to the continued progress of the FNS Program in order to provide technical assistance and training by conducting monthly manager's meetings, in-service programs and training workshops for food service personnel.
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Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
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Shift Type Full-Time
Shift Start 7:00 AM
Shift End 4:00 PM
Job Category Professional/Supervisory/Technical


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