Head Start Nutrition Services Leader

Child Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance (2x annual pay)

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Job summary

Child Inc in Austin, TX is seeking a Nutrition Services Manager to direct nutrition and food service programs across Head Start facilities. You will ensure CACFP compliance, supervise cooks and staff, and provide technical direction for program development, training, and reporting.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in nutrition-related field, several years of leadership in multi-site programs, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences, Dietetics, Human Nutrition, Food Sciences or related field.
• Five years experience administering or coordinating community nutrition programs in multi-site settings (Head Start or similar).
• Minimum three years supervising nutrition services programming and staff.
• Experience with preschool, toddler and infant nutrition preferred.
• Two years supervisory experience required.
• Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration preferred.
• Knowledge of nutrition resources available in the community.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable transportation.
• COVID-19 vaccination to be in-person required.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage, supervise, plan and coordinate nutrition and food service programs for Head Start and CACFP.
• Provide technical direction in developing and updating nutrition programs and reports.
• Train center staff and cooks on nutrition standards.
• Advise parents and children in nutrition service areas.
• Collect and analyze required reports and manage related software.

Skills

Program administration

Supervisory experience

Public health nutrition

Nutrition policy knowledge

Nutrition program reporting

Travel in own vehicle

Vaccination compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences

Dietetics or related field

Registered Dietitian (preferred)

Certification: Certified Dietitian preferred

Job description

Child Inc in Austin, TX is seeking a Nutrition Services Manager to direct nutrition and food service programs across Head Start facilities. You will ensure CACFP compliance, supervise cooks and staff, and provide technical direction for program development, training, and reporting.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in nutrition-related field, several years of leadership in multi-site programs, and a valid driver’s license.