Head of School Partnerships & Nutrition Programs

Teamshares•Pawtucket, RI

6d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

B&M Catering Co. has been proudly serving Southern New England since 1984, delivering exceptional food and unmatched service across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. Our Schools & Community division is one of the cornerstones of our business, and we are seeking an experienced and driven Head of School Partnerships & Nutrition Programs to lead our charter school meal programs. This is a high-impact role at the center of our business — overseeing approximately 7,500 daily school lunches, managing charter school partnerships, ensuring federal and state reimbursement compliance, and driving program growth through new and renewed contracts. The ideal candidate is a Registered Dietitian (or equivalent) with a passion for child nutrition, strong operational instincts, and the ability to manage multiple school accounts with confidence and precision. You'll collaborate closely with our Executive Chef on menu development, oversee a direct report, and serve as the primary relationship manager for our 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)
Registered Dietitian (RD) credential strongly preferred
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
Assertive and confident communicator
Highly organized with strong time management
Proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment

Nice To Haves

Experience working with charter schools or K–12 food service operations
Experience using the Health E Pro software program. This is what we use to facilitate menu compliance at the state and federal levels.
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

School Partnerships & Contract Management 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
Nutrition Program Leadership 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
Reimbursement & Claims Management 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
Operations & Team Coordination 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
Reporting & Analysis 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 participation