Child Nutrition Ops Lead – School Meals & Compliance

YES Prep; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Supplemental Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Paid Leave Programming

Professional Development

Award Winning Culture

Job summary

YES Prep in Houston is seeking a dynamic Child Nutrition Operations Specialist to supervise the implementation of USDA/TDA policies and deliver seamless food operations for students. You will visit cafeterias, ensure health-code compliance, plan nutrition events, manage program checks, and coordinate with vendors while using data to drive operational improvements across campuses.

This exempt, salaried role offers a competitive compensation package with benefits, growth opportunities, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 2+ years in fast-paced office environment with strong results.
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong organizational and confidentiality skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Visit cafeterias regularly (≥4 days/week) with personal transportation.
• Ensure compliance with health department guidelines at all sites.
• Plan and execute nutrition events; manage budgeting and implementation.
• Research procurement to meet campus needs.
• Manage daily/monthly program checks for meals counting and claiming.
• Coordinate data and processes with food vendor FSMC.
• Use data and observations to identify trends and improve operations.
• Implement improvement plans across campuses and monitor results.
• Assist with student eligibility forms and free/reduced applications.
• Coordinate health inspections and permit renewals with City of Houston.
• Maintain CN technology (POS, digital menus, tablets) and provide support.
• Supervise Lunch Program Monitors and payroll processing.
• Support district wellness program and annual compliance.
• Respond to emergencies and inquiries; perform additional duties.

Skills

Office experience

Valid driver’s license

Flexible hours

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School Diploma + 3-4 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

YES Prep in Houston is seeking a dynamic Child Nutrition Operations Specialist to supervise the implementation of USDA/TDA policies and deliver seamless food operations for students. You will visit cafeterias, ensure health-code compliance, plan nutrition events, manage program checks, and coordinate with vendors while using data to drive operational improvements across campuses.

This exempt, salaried role offers a competitive compensation package with benefits, growth opportunities, and a