PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT FOR Food Service Consultant-ITB-26-041

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind is seeking a Food Service Consultant to act on behalf of the school to negotiate the best pricing, service, and compliance with the FDAC meal programs with a mainline foodservice provider. The initial term of the contract is one year and five months, with the possibility of three one-year renewals. The consultant will be responsible for providing food orders through the MyFloridaMarketPlace purchase order system. Key aspects of the job include: • Negotiating contracts with foodservice providers • Ensuring compliance with FDAC meal programs • Providing food orders through the MyFloridaMarketPlace system • Working with the school to develop and implement a food service plan • Providing expertise and guidance on food service operations and management The ideal candidate will have experience in food service management, contract negotiation, and compliance with regulatory requirements.