AD - Director of Child Nutrition

AUXILIARY BLDG; Seminole (TX); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Seminole Independent School District is seeking a Food Service Director to lead the district's child nutrition program. You will oversee operations across campuses, plan nutritionally compliant menus, and manage budgets while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidate has a degree in a related field, certifications, and proven experience in school nutrition leadership. The role involves staff supervision, scheduling, and coordination with districts and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent school nutrition experience.
• Strong knowledge of USDA meal patterns and TDA guidelines.
• Experience budgeting, purchasing, and compliance with health standards.

Responsabilités

• Direct and oversee all district food service and cafeteria operations across multiple campuses.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate menus to meet USDA/TDA standards.
• Prepare and manage the departmental budget and oversee purchasing.
• Ensure compliance with USDA, TDA, and health regulations and audits.
• Hire, train, and supervise cafeteria managers and staff; manage schedules.
• Communicate with parents, teachers, and distributors about menus and billing.

Connaissances

Nutritional knowledge

Budget management

Safety & sanitation

Computer literacy

Communication

Management & coaching

Problem-solving

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Business / Food Service Management / Dietetics / Nutrition

Texas Food Protection Manager Certification (CFM) or equivalent safety training

Preferred: SNS or RD/LD status

Outils

School nutrition software

Data analysis tools

Inventory management systems

Description du poste

AD - Director of Child Nutrition

Seminole Independent School District AUXILIARY BLDG - Seminole, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5968917

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Overview

Job Description & Summary The Food Service Director leads the district’s child nutrition program to provide nutritious, appealing, and high-quality meals to students while maintaining strict financial, operational, and regulatory compliance.

• Program Administration: Direct and oversee all district food service and cafeteria operations across multiple campuses.

• Nutritional & Menu Planning: Plan, implement, and evaluate menus that meet USDA meal patterns and nutritional standards, alongside the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) guidelines.

• Financial & Budget Management: Prepare and manage the departmental budget, oversee food/equipment purchasing, handle commodity funds, and process vendor invoices.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to USDA, TDA, and local health safety regulations, and coordinate state or federal program audits.

• Personnel & Staffing: Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate cafeteria managers and kitchen staff, manage work schedules, and arrange substitutes.

• Stakeholder Relations: Communicate with parents, teachers, campus administrators, and food distributors regarding menus, dietary accommodations, and billing.

Position/Assignment Information: Reports directly to Superintendent

Building: Child Nutrition Department Office

Desired Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Food Service Management, Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field (some districts accept an Associate's degree with relevant school nutrition experience).

• Certifications:
  • Valid Texas driver's license.
  • Texas Food Protection Manager Certification (CFM) or equivalent safety training.
  • Preferred: School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) credential or Registered Dietitian (RD/LD) status.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Nutritional Knowledge: Deep understanding of nutrient analysis, USDA/TDA meal patterns, and food-based menu planning.
• Financial Acumen: Ability to build and track budgets, calculate food/labor costs, and manage government commodity allocations.
• Safety & Sanitation: Comprehensive knowledge of HACCP (Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point) food safety guidelines and kitchen sanitation rules.
• Computer Literacy: Proficiency in school nutrition software, data analysis tools, inventory management systems, and standard office applications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with students, parents, staff, and board members.
• Management & Coaching: Ability to lead, train, and nurture a diverse team of cafeteria workers across multiple school sites.
• Problem-Solving: Capability to adjust menus or operations quickly in response to supply chain disruptions, staffing shortages, or schedule changes.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in institutional food service, school nutrition programs, or commercial/business food management.

• Prior supervisory experience overseeing kitchen staff, inventory, and daily meal production.

Contact:

David Williams

Human Resources DIrector

[e-mail]

432-758-3662

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• David Williams , HR Director
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