Iowa Staffing
Director Of Nutrition And Food Services
The Director of Nutrition and Food Services provides leadership, direction, and oversight of the district's comprehensive nutrition program. This position ensures the delivery of safe, nutritious, appealing, and compliant meals to students while maintaining adherence to all state and federal regulations. The Director is responsible for menu planning, food safety, procurement, personnel supervision, fiscal accountability, training, and continuous program improvement. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related field Minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in school nutrition large-scale food service operations Demonstrated experience with procurement, budgeting, and staff supervision ServeSafe certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) credential preferred School Nutrition Association certification preferred Valid Iowa driver's license Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Menu Planning & Nutrition Services Food Safety & HACCP Oversight Staff Development & Training Government Compliance & Program Administration Procurement & Inventory Management Personnel Management Facilities, Scheduling & Equipment Supplemental Services and Community Engagement Other Functions Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Programs, HACCP principles, and state and federal regulations Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements Strong leadership and organizational skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Suite Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills Proficiency in menu planning, nutrient analysis, and food safety practices Ability to analyze data, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines Physical Requirements & Work Environment: Frequent sitting, standing and walking; occasional squatting, crouching, and bending Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Regular travel within district Exposure to kitchen equipment and food products Work is performed in office and kitchen environments
The Director of Nutrition and Food Services provides leadership, direction, and oversight of the district's comprehensive nutrition program. This position ensures the delivery of safe, nutritious, appealing, and compliant meals to students while maintaining adherence to all state and federal regulations. The Director is responsible for menu planning, food safety, procurement, personnel supervision, fiscal accountability, training, and continuous program improvement. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related field Minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in school nutrition large-scale food service operations Demonstrated experience with procurement, budgeting, and staff supervision ServeSafe certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) credential preferred School Nutrition Association certification preferred Valid Iowa driver's license Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Menu Planning & Nutrition Services Food Safety & HACCP Oversight Staff Development & Training Government Compliance & Program Administration Procurement & Inventory Management Personnel Management Facilities, Scheduling & Equipment Supplemental Services and Community Engagement Other Functions Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Programs, HACCP principles, and state and federal regulations Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements Strong leadership and organizational skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Suite Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills Proficiency in menu planning, nutrient analysis, and food safety practices Ability to analyze data, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines Physical Requirements & Work Environment: Frequent sitting, standing and walking; occasional squatting, crouching, and bending Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Regular travel within district Exposure to kitchen equipment and food products Work is performed in office and kitchen environments