School Nutrition Specialist - K12

About the role

Support nutrition programming in a K-12 food service environment, including Primero Edge responsibilities, classroom nutrition education, and leadership of a school hydroponics program. Prior school nutrition, food service, nutrition education, or related experience preferred. Dietitian credentials are not required, but candidates should be comfortable supporting USDA-aligned nutrition programs.

Responsibilities

Oversee multi-functional food service operations with a focus on client satisfaction, retention, and operational performance. Support revenue and profit goals through disciplined execution of programs, safety standards, and daily operational oversight while fostering an engaged and well-supported team. Manage people, set direction, deploy resources; responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews, and hire/fire decisions. Influence and negotiate with parts of the organization to achieve results through the work of others.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 0–1 years of related experience

Qualifications

• Food service management experience with focus on purchasing, inventory, food cost analysis, and forecasting
• Experience using automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation practices, and workplace safety standards
• Experience supporting quality, patient satisfaction, and service delivery across operations
• Proven success coaching teams, providing feedback, and supporting compliance and engagement

Benefits

What’s In It For You:

• Lead diverse food service operations that directly influence client satisfaction and retention
• Drive operational excellence through execution of standard processes and performance metrics
• Gain hands-on exposure to purchasing, inventory control, food cost management, and forecasting
• Champion food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety initiatives
• Build trusted client relationships while supporting account growth and profitability
• Develop leadership skills through coaching, delegation, and team engagement initiatives

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Pay

Pay Range: $48,875 per year – $63,250 per year

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by education level and relevant experience; salary offers are based on specific criteria such as experience, skills, education, and training.