District Nutrition Services Leader

Lbschools; Lakewood (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Beach Unified School District is seeking a Director of Nutrition Services to plan, lead, and supervise district-wide food service operations. Responsibilities include budget control, policy development, and coordination with district administrators to ensure regulatory compliance and quality service to students.

The role requires a Bachelor's in nutrition/food service (or equivalent), a state certificate for school nutrition directors, and 5+ years of leadership in nutrition programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor's degree plus a state-recognized certificate for school nutrition directors.
• 5+ years managing school nutrition programs.
• Current California driver's license and use of personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct Nutrition Services operations and activities across the district.
• Supervise staff; interview, select, and handle disciplinary actions.
• Develop and implement Nutrition Services policies and programs.
• Advise administration on trends and issues in Nutrition Services.
• Prepare and maintain budget, reports, records, and files.
• Coordinate with admins, staff, and external organizations.
• Oversee purchasing in line with regulations and budgets.
• Manage free and reduced price meal program to regulatory standards.
• Oversee facilities planning for kitchens and cafeterias during construction/remodeling.

Skills

Strategic planning

Budget management

Staff supervision

Program evaluation

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in nutrition/food service

State-recognized certificate for school nutrition directors

Five years of management in school nutrition

California driver's license

Tools

Computer/software literacy

Job description

Long Beach Unified School District is seeking a Director of Nutrition Services to plan, lead, and supervise district-wide food service operations. Responsibilities include budget control, policy development, and coordination with district administrators to ensure regulatory compliance and quality service to students.

The role requires a Bachelor's in nutrition/food service (or equivalent), a state certificate for school nutrition directors, and 5+ years of leadership in nutrition programs.