Nutrition Services: Asst Supv., Warehouse & Deliver (2026-2027 School Year)

Job Title: Asst Supervisor - Warehouse & Delivery

Position Function: Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor of Warehouse and Delivery, assist the Supervisor of Warehouse and Delivery in the operation, coordination and implementation of transportation of food and supplies supporting Nutrition Services.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave

Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator

All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

Additional Duties: Perform other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor, School Nutrition Programs, or the Director of Nutrition Services.

Equipment: The employee must demonstrate the ability to use various equipment assigned to the job position as needed. This position may require the ability to use iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with WPS guidelines for equipment use.

Travel: Travel between schools and central office and occasional out of the district is required.

Physical and Mental Demands:

Fine finger manipulation and keyboarding required for computer work

Flexible schedule needed to meet deadlines

Regular attendance required to meet the demands of the position and for effective teamwork

Works in standard school environment as well as in production kitchen environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Effective organizational and problem solving skills

Effective leadership abilities

Ability to exhibit a high degree of independent judgment, discretion and decision-making

Ability to plan, organize, make decisions, and determine priorities, changing assignments on short notice, maintaining composure and performing responsibilities under pressure

Ability to work effectively as a team member as well as a team leader; team oriented

Ability to work in a diversified workplace, establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Ability to relate in a professional manner to all levels of personnel and students within the district, and to maintain positive professional relationships with customers, vendors, staff and personnel of other departments

Ability to drive to school and other district buildings

Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality

Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance

Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information

Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed

Basic computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Outlook which will be determined and validated by testing

Must be detailed oriented

Knowledge of various types of materials and procedures used in the area is essential

Ability to handle multiple priorities

Interrelations:

Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors

Will be working under the direct supervision of the supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks

Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy

Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues

Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

Assist the Supervisor, Warehouse and Delivery in overseeing daily deliveries to all schools:

Coordinate all catering and field trip deliveries

Coordinate hot shots and call backs as needed

Provide coaching to drivers as needed

Ensure all staff perform pre-trip inspections

Ensure all delivery timelines are current and met

Assume responsibility for the maintenance and care of delivery vehicles; identifies equipment needs and schedules needed maintenance

Assist technician in effectively providing leadership to work group

Provide training for delivery personnel

Implementing and maintaining safe work practices for drivers and conducting safety training

Provide technology support to driver staff by:

Work with the team to provide training on software applications used for catering and filed trips both at school sites and non-school sites.

Conduct demos with new staff on the operation of the route software

Demonstrate knowledge of route software and aiding driver personnel

Utilize district GPS software for monitoring of route efficiency along with digital maintenance records

Develop routes for each school year and summer programs:

Utilize staffing sheets for lunch period times for school sites

Work with Nutrition Services School Supervision staff for delivery arrival times as needed

Build summer routes by using the master schedule

Route optimization by planning efficient routes to maximize efficiency and minimize costs

Budgeting and Vehicles

Develop a long term solution for vehicle replacement

Work with off site vendors for repair and maintenance as needed

Work with Supervisor, warehouse and delivery on identifying vehicle replacements as needed based on excess repair costs or mileage assessment

Support Nutrition Services operations by:

Function as a member of the Nutrition Services in-services planning team

Conduct employee orientation for new hires, as needed

Qualification Profile:

Five years experience in food service, three (3) of which must have been in a transportation position, or commensurate formal education required

This position requires a high school diploma or GED

Associate Degree in related field preferred

Intermediate computer skills required (Microsoft Office)

Experience with route development required

Maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License throughout employment

FSB class within 6 months of hire

FLSA Status: Exempt

Food Production Center (866)
3850 N. Hydraulic
Wichita , 67219

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