Campus School Nutrition Specialist

Harmony Public Schools; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Public Schools in Austin (Harmony Science Academy - Austin) is seeking a dedicated Child Nutrition program operator for the campus. This role focuses on processing eligibility, meal service, and documentation to ensure compliant nutrition service for students.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, and a Texas Food Manager Certification is preferred or obtainable within two weeks. Experience in school food service is a plus; on-site office work with periodic travel may occur.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Texas Food Manager Certification preferred or obtainable within two weeks of employment.
• 1+ year school food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process Student Eligibility applications and USDA verification.
• Monitor lunch accounts; notify households of negative balances via phone, letters, and email.
• Review daily meal production records; report discrepancies to District/Central Office.
• Operate Point of Service during meals; ensure each student selects a reimbursable meal.
• Maintain documentation for Special Dietary Accommodations as per USDA protocol.
• Operate After School Snack Program and a la carte program as offered; maintain documentation.
• Participate in Local School Wellness Policy; collect and maintain documentation; publicize updates.
• Record meal counts and revenue daily; report discrepancies to District/Central Office.
• Adhere to all department/district policies and procedures; ensure compliance with laws.
• Attend Harmony trainings and TDA Education Service Center trainings as required.
• Maintain Child Nutrition files; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNP software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Harmony Public Schools in Austin (Harmony Science Academy - Austin) is seeking a dedicated Child Nutrition program operator for the campus. This role focuses on processing eligibility, meal service, and documentation to ensure compliant nutrition service for students.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, and a Texas Food Manager Certification is preferred or obtainable within two weeks. Experience in school food service is a plus; on-site office work with periodic travel may occur.