Director of Child Nutrition

Indiana Public Schools • Bloomington, IN

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About The Position

The Director of Child Nutrition develops and directs school meal programs within the guidelines established by federal, state and local school laws.

Requirements

• Collaboration: Proven experience in working collaboratively with colleagues, building principals, and community partners. Ability to foster positive relationships and work within teams to achieve common goals.
• Verbal and Written Communication: Demonstrated ability to convey information clearly and effectively in both spoken and written formats. Strong presentation skills and the capacity to engage diverse audiences.
• Proactive Planning and Organization: Exceptional planning and organizational skills, with a proactive approach to identifying needs and developing strategic initiatives. Experience in coordinating efforts and resources effectively to support school goals and community engagement.
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust strategies and approaches based on feedback and changing circumstances while maintaining a focus on objectives.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with a knack for identifying challenges and implementing innovative solutions in partnership with community partners.
• Cultural Competence: Understanding and appreciation of diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive environment in all collaborative efforts.
• Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management, Food and Nutrition or Dietetics.
• Skills and Knowledge: Ability to oversee the district-wide food-service operations. Responsibilities include planning, administering, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating all aspects of the School Nutrition program to ensure that school meals are nutritious, age appropriate, appealing, and cost effective.
• Experience: Three years of experience in food-service management
• Certifications/Memberships: School Nutrition Specialist Credential or Registered Dietitian; Certified Food handler; active member of the National School Nutrition Association; Indiana School Nutrition Association;
• At least 8 hours of food safety training within 5 years prior to the start date, or completed within 30 calendar days of the starting date.
• Must obtain food safety certification every 5 years.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred: Master's degree

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all activities relating to the provision of child nutrition programs to students and school personnel.
• Establishes policies and procedures of cafeteria operation with the assistance of kitchen supervisors, building principals, and the Director of Operations.
• Supervises the handling of all food service receipts in accordance with procedures outlined by the central accounting office.
• Makes frequent visits to school cafeterias for purposes of guidance and evaluation.
• Develops programs about nutrition and the school food service program and presents these programs in the classroom at faculty request.
• Attends and participates in School Board Meetings regarding food service programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees