Food Service Director

MEMSPA; Michigan; On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pellston Public Schools invites a dedicated Food Service Director to oversee nutrition programs for Pellston and Alanson Public Schools. This leader ensures compliant menus, safe production, strong procurement, and sound budgeting while aligning with USDA and state requirements.

The role requires coordinating staff, maintaining records, and managing catering for district events. Competitive salary and benefits accompany a critical mission to serve healthy meals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition, food service management, dietetics, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in any major plus a state-recognized certificate in related fields.
• Associate's degree in related fields with at least one year of school nutrition experience.
• High School Diploma/GED with at least three years of school nutrition experience.

Responsibilities

• Menu planning and nutrition design following USDA guidelines.
• Oversee food production and ensure compliance with USDA/MDA and health standards.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation per ServSafe requirements.
• Procurement and inventory management with vendor relations and quotes.
• Budgeting, staffing, grants, and state claiming processes collaboration with Finance Director.
• Hire, train, schedule, evaluate, and support staff; conduct regular meetings.
• Maintain daily/weekly/monthly records for reporting to district, state, and federal entities.
• Coordinate catering for district events as resources permit.

Skills

Menu planning

Food production

Food safety

Procurement

Budgeting

Staff management

Compliance

Event catering

Education

Bachelor's degree in nutrition/food service management

Bachelor's degree in any major + state certificate in related field

Associate's degree in related field + 1 year experience

High School Diploma/GED + 3 years experience in school nutrition

Job description

Deadline: November 24, 2026
District/Organization: Pellston Public Schools
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: $45,000

Pellston Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and qualified Food Service Director to oversee and manage food service operations for both Pellston Public Schools and Alanson Public Schools. The Director will ensure nutritional standards, financial sustainability, and high-quality program execution across all district meal services.

Key Responsibilities

Menu Planning & Nutrition: Design compliant, balanced menus adhering strictly to USDA guidelines for the School Breakfast Program, National School Lunch Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program, and Afterschool Snack Program.

• Food Production & Quality Control: Oversee meal preparation and delivery, ensuring full compliance with USDA, Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA), and local Health Department standards.
• Safety & Sanitation: Maintain rigorous food safety protocols in alignment with ServSafe requirements.
• Procurement & Inventory: Manage vendor relations, evaluate pricing, secure quotes, and coordinate food and supply ordering.
• Financial Operations: Collaborate closely with the Finance Director on budget development, staffing allocations, spending oversight, grant management, and monthly state claiming processes.
• Personnel Management: Hire, train, schedule, evaluate, and support department staff; conduct regular team meetings and manage timesheet reviews.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain comprehensive daily, weekly, and monthly records for district, state, and federal reporting entities.
• Special Event Catering: Coordinate catering services for district events as staffing and resources permit.

General Administration: Perform comprehensive program management duties as assigned by the USDA, MDE, or school administration.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience Options

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a major/concentration in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business, or a related field; OR
• Bachelor's degree in any academic major plus a State-recognized certificate in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, or business; OR
• Associate's degree (or equivalent) in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, or business, along with at least one (1) year of relevant school nutrition experience; OR
• High School Diploma/GED with at least three (3) years of relevant experience in school nutrition programs.

Certifications & Training

Completion of at least 8 hours of food safety training within 3 years prior to start date, or completed within 30 days of hire.

Reporting Relationship

The Food Service Director reports directly to the Superintendent of Pellston Public Schools.

Pellston Public Schools offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.