Head of School Partnerships & Nutrition Programs
About The Position
B&M Catering Co. is seeking an experienced and driven Head of School Partnerships & Nutrition Programs to lead their charter school meal programs. This role oversees approximately 7,500 daily school lunches, manages charter school partnerships, ensures federal and state reimbursement compliance, and drives program growth. The ideal candidate is a Registered Dietitian with a passion for child nutrition, strong operational instincts, and the ability to manage multiple school accounts. This position involves collaborating with the Executive Chef on menu development, overseeing one direct report, and serving as the primary relationship manager for charter school clients.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Business, Public Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2–5+ years of experience in school nutrition programs, food service contract management, or government reimbursement programs (CACFP, NSLP, SBP, SFSP, SMP, RIDE)
- Knowledge of federal and state child nutrition program compliance requirements
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data/records management systems
Nice To Haves
- Registered Dietitian (RD) credential strongly preferred
- Experience working with charter schools or K–12 food service operations
- Experience using the Health E Pro software program
- Familiarity with Rhode Island child nutrition program requirements
- Background in catering or high-volume food service environments
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple accounts and competing deadlines
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for charter school administrators, building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships
- Develop, negotiate, and manage contracts including renewals, pricing, and service expectations
- Support business growth by developing new school partnerships, managing bid and RFP processes, and overseeing contract renewals, with performance-based incentive opportunities
- Onboard new school clients and manage program rollouts from start to finish
- Lead menu development in collaboration with the Executive Chef on a 21-day rotating cycle
- Ensure all meal programs comply with USDA Food and Nutrition Service guidelines and National School Lunch Program requirements
- Manage dietary substitutions and accommodations for students with allergies or special nutritional needs
- Stay current on Rhode Island Department of Education and federal child nutrition regulations
- Oversee all federal and state reimbursement processes for school meal programs
- Ensure accurate meal counts, eligibility documentation, and timely claims submission and reconciliation
- Maintain audit-ready records for contracts, claims, and compliance documentation
- Prepare materials for state reviews and program audits
- Supervise one direct report (Sr. Operations Manager) responsible for meal counts, invoicing, and driver coordination
- Collaborate with kitchen, delivery, and on-site school staff to ensure consistent, high-quality service across all locations
- Resolve service or compliance issues quickly and effectively
- Track reimbursement revenue, contract performance, and program participation trends
- Provide regular performance and financial reports to leadership
- Identify and act on opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance, and program participation
Benefits
- Commission opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
