Child Nutrition Specialist & Dietitian II
About The Position
SFE is seeking an experienced leader to support compliance with federal and state regulations for K–12 school meal programs managed under contract. The role travels to school districts to provide compliance support and training for approximately 50–60% of the calendar year. Experience in K–12 schools and/or operations management is preferred. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, flexible with scheduling, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. The position develops and delivers training and ongoing development on menu planning, nutrition, and compliance standards; creates training materials and guidance; and supports districts with menu planning and successful Administrative Reviews. It also maintains menu-planning software and a nutrition database, communicates regulatory and company guidance to relevant audiences, and develops solutions to operational obstacles. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Leadership ability and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Ability to plan own travel.
- Ability and willingness to travel approximately 60% of the calendar year.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in school nutrition or a related field; candidates with other food-service work experience will also be considered.
- Experience in K–12 schools and/or managing operations.
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential, a bachelor's degree in nutrition, or a related field.
- Self-motivation and flexibility with scheduling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and provide training and ongoing development on menu planning, nutrition, and compliance standards across all levels of the company.
- Create and implement training materials, handouts, and guidance manuals.
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, local, and company standards and regulations.
- Provide menu support through training, monitoring, and feedback, and develop menus as needed.
- Communicate information about regulations, compliance, company standards, nutrition, menu planning, and wellness to relevant audiences.
- Develop innovative solutions to obstacles.
- Maintain menu-planning software and the nutrition database.
- Provide district support to help ensure successful Administrative Reviews.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Monday–Friday, day-shift schedules.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options.
- Employer-contributed Health Savings Accounts.
- Telemedicine.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee discounts.
- Flexible options when life changes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
