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The Food Service Program Director will work under the supervision of the CEO and will supervise the Food Service Specialist.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

1. Responsible for oversight of Child Care Food Service Program ensuring that all program goals and objectives are met or exceeded.
2. Manages the Food Service Program Staff ensuring record keeping, monitoring, and reimbursements are completed without error and on a timely basis.
3. Ensures that Food Service Specialists monitor all Childcare Home Providers, AMP (After Meals Program), and Childcare Center clients.
4. Assures all staff provide excellent customer service to client agencies.
5. Oversees all monthly reimbursements to FDCH and Unaffiliated Centers and AMP Programs.
6. Review all visits, technical assistance, customer service efforts, and essential files kept by Food Service Specialists.
7. Oversees all training for Family Childcare Homes and Childcare Centers.
8. Renews budgets for Family Childcare Homes and Childcare Centers annually.
9. Meet with vendors to negotiate the lowest price possible for products and services.
10. Meets with the Nutritionist from the food vending companies to assist in menu planning for the centers on a regular basis.
11. Manage the four CCFP programs: Unaffiliated Centers, Homes, AMP and Directly Operated across Florida.
12. Submit monthly claims for the programs above in MIPS system.
13. Schedule monitoring visits among staff and review visits.
14. Prepare for annual audit in 2nd quarter with Dept. of Health
15. Manage staff to conduct training for all providers several times a year.
16. Handle disputes with providers which could include improper record keeping and termination from program.
17. Attend annual CCFP – Dept of Health Conference
18. Review budgets for the four programs as prepared by CCSWFL Accounting Team
19. Conducts trainings and ensures proper topics are presented to all Center Directors.
20. Schedules all Food Service employees monitoring schedules.
21. Make Contracts and share necessary information with vendors.
22. Ensures all bid processes are complete, ethical, and within the required specifications.
23. Attends all required training.
24. When disputes arise that cannot be settled by the food service specialist, the program manager will attempt to settle such disputes.
25. Meetings will be held as necessary with the program coordinators from other departments and other staff to ensure the smooth operation of the CCFP.
26. Write reports as requested.
27. Provider recruitment.
28. Maintain accuracy of data.
29. Special projects as required.
30. Perform other job-related duties as necessary.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree with training in food and nutrition and or five years of acceptable experience of food is preferred. Other qualifications may include a BA in Home economics, dietetics, nursing, or social work.
• Proficient in all MICROSOFT OFFICE program suite modules

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

General office duties and distant travel

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office, Childcare Centers, and Family Childcare Homes

Email resume to careers@ccswfl.org.

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking an early learning education Teacher.

Applicants must have the State of Florida Child care licensing credentials. Additional credentials: CDA, Associate Degree or BA in Early Childhood Education are preferred.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information.  Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org.

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking an Office Manager.

A director’s credential and an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in ECE are preferred. Candidates should have a strong knowledge base of Teaching Strategies Gold, Pro Care, CLASS, and all rules and regulations that govern child care facilities.

We offer an excellent benefits package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information. Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org.

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking a Food Prep/Cook/Server.

The primary functions of the position are to receive and store food, prepare meals for the children while maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, and serve meals and snacks in the classrooms. Individual must be comfortable in a child care setting with a friendly disposition.

Experience with food preparation is preferred and applicants must have the State of Florida Child Care licensing credentials.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information. Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org.

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking a full-time Food Prep/Cook/Server at the Joseph H. Messina Children’s Center location.

The primary functions of the position are to receive and store food, prepare meals for the children while maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, and serve meals and snacks in the classrooms. Individual must be comfortable in a child care setting with a friendly disposition.

Experience with food preparation is preferred and applicants must have the State of Florida Child Care licensing credentials.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Job Type: Full-time

Joseph H. Messina Children’s Center is located at 4650 Fowler St., Fort Myers, FL 33907

License #C20LE9916

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information. Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org.

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking a full-time early childhood floater in our center in Lehigh Acres at The Community Children’s Center, License #C20LE6635

Applicants must have the State of Florida Child care licensing credentials. Additional credentials: CDA, Associate Degree or BA in Early Childhood Education are preferred.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Job Type: Full-time

The Community Children’s Center is located at 1260 Wings Way, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information.  Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org.

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking a full-time Office Assistant for our P. A. Geraci Child Development Center.

A Directors Credential and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree In ECE are preferable. Candidates should have a strong knowledge base of Teaching Strategies Gold, Pro Care, CLASS, and all rules and regulations that govern child care facilities.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Job Type: Full-time

The P. A. Geraci Child Development Center is located at 3713 Canal Street, Ft Myers, FL 33916

License #C20LE9922

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information.  Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking a full-time Food Prep/Cook/Server at the P. A. Geraci Child Development Center location.

The primary functions of the position are to receive and store food, prepare meals for the children while maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, and serve meals and snacks in the classrooms. Individual must be comfortable in a child care setting with a friendly disposition.

Experience with food preparation is preferred and applicants must have the State of Florida Child Care licensing credentials.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Job Type: Full-time

P. A. Geraci Child Development Center is located at 3713 Canal St., Fort Myers, FL 33916

License #C20LE9922

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information. Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org.

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking a full-time Early Head Start Teacher in our facility at the P. A. Geraci Child Development Center location.

Applicants must have the State of Florida Child care licensing credentials, a National CDA for preschool and/or Associate Degree or BA in Early Childhood Education.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Job Type: Full-time

P.A. Geraci Child Development Center is located at 3713 Canal St., Fort Myers, FL 33916

License #C20LE9922

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information.  Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking a part-time Substitute Teacher in our facility at the P. A. Geraci Child Development Center location.

Applicants must have the State of Florida Child care licensing credentials. Additional credentials: CDA, Associate Degree or BA in Early Childhood Education are preferred.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Job Type: Full-time

P.A. Geraci Child Development Center is located at 3713 Canal St., Fort Myers, FL 33916

License #C20LE9922

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information.  Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking a full-time 1 year old Teacher in our facility at the P. A. Geraci Child Development Center location.

Applicants must have the State of Florida Child care licensing credentials. Additional credentials: CDA, Associate Degree or BA in Early Childhood Education are preferred.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Job Type: Part-time

P.A. Geraci Child Development Center is located at 3713 Canal St., Fort Myers, FL 33916

License #C20LE9922

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information.  Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking a Full-time Preschool Teacher in our facility at the Joseph H. Messina Children’s Center.

Applicants must have the State of Florida Child care licensing credentials. Additional credentials: CDA, Associate Degree or BA in Early Childhood Education are preferred.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Job Type: Full-time

Joseph H. Messina Children’s Center is located at 4650 Fowler St., Fort Myers, FL 33907

License #C20LE9916

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information.  Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org.

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking a full-time Toddler Teacher in our facility at the Joseph H. Messina Children’s Center.

Applicants must have the State of Florida Child care licensing credentials. Additional credentials: CDA, Associate Degree or BA in Early Childhood Education are preferred.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Job Type: Full-time

Joseph H. Messina Children’s Center is located at 4650 Fowler St., Fort Myers, FL 33907

License #C20LE9916

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information.  Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org.

Child Care of Southwest Florida has amazing opportunities for professionals in the Early Learning Education field. Our goal is to find qualified candidates whose focus is to facilitate early learning education so young children accomplish appropriate milestones. Kindergarten is too late for children to be taught the skills which are expected in elementary school.

We are seeking full-time Early Childhood Teachers for the Infant room in our center in Lehigh Acres at The Community Children’s Center, License #C20LE6635

Applicants must have the State of Florida Child care licensing credentials. Additional credentials: CDA, Associate Degree or BA in Early Childhood Education are preferred.

We offer an excellent benefit package and pay is commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce. Background clearances and drug tests are performed. EOE-Minority/Female/Dis/Vet.

Job Type: Full-time

The Community Children’s Center is located at 1260 Wings Way, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936

Please complete an application online or call 239-278-1002 for more information.  Resumes can also be sent to careers@ccswfl.org.