Assistant Director with Nutrition Management Expertise

About the role

The Assistant Director is a key operational leadership position responsible for supporting the successful management and daily execution of a K–12 school nutrition program. This position works closely with the Director and school district leadership to ensure that meals are prepared and served safely, efficiently, and in accordance with USDA National School Lunch Program (NSLP) requirements, applicable state regulations, district standards, and established operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director in the daily administration and operation of the district's K–12 school nutrition program.
• Ensure meal programs operate in accordance with USDA National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), state, and district requirements.
• Apply nutrition management principles to menu planning, meal production, portion control, nutrient requirements, and dietary considerations.
• Monitor implementation of approved menus and standardized recipes across school locations.
• Support the development and implementation of nutrition education and wellness initiatives as appropriate.
• Assist with maintaining accurate nutrition, menu, production, and program documentation.