Director for Child Nutrition

Primary Purpose

Direct and manage the Child Nutrition program and supervise Child Nutrition operations in district facilities. Plan and implement programs meeting regulatory and nutritional requirements for students, promote development of sound nutritional practices, and maintain a safe and sanitary environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent educational experience with academic major in food and nutrition, dietetics, home and consumer sciences, food service management, nutrition education, culinary arts, business, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related fields (preferred).
• Eight hours of food safety training (completed not more than five years prior to employee’s start date or within 30 days of employee’s start date).
• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license.
• 5 years experience in food service management.

Special Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of menu planning, food purchasing, and preparation of foods in food service environment.
• Ability to conduct on-site inspections of food service facilities districtwide.
• Ability to manage budget and personnel.
• Ability to implement policy and procedures.
• Ability to interpret data.
• Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.