K-12 Food & Nutrition Director — Daytime Weekdays

The Nutrition Group; Bradford (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health coverage

Dental and vision plan

401(k) with company match

Life insurance coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Professional training and development

Tuition reimbursement

Consistent Monday–Friday daytime

No nights, no weekends

Job summary

The Nutrition Group is seeking a Director of Food and Nutrition to oversee daily cafeteria operations within a K-12 school district. This role requires a dynamic leader with a strong background in food service management, compliance, and team leadership.

You will develop and manage school menus in line with USDA and state guidelines, control food costs, and lead cafeteria staff to deliver safe, high-quality meals.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• 1–2 years of proven staff management experience
• Food service industry experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to obtain necessary clearances and pass background checks

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage school menus in compliance with USDA and state guidelines
• Oversee food cost control, budgeting, and inventory management
• Lead and supervise cafeteria staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment
• Ensure accuracy in accounting and reporting processes
• Maintain strong communication with school district administrators and officials

Skills

Food service management

Compliance

Team leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Clearance/background checks

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Nutrition Group is seeking a Director of Food and Nutrition to oversee daily cafeteria operations within a K-12 school district. This role requires a dynamic leader with a strong background in food service management, compliance, and team leadership.

You will develop and manage school menus in line with USDA and state guidelines, control food costs, and lead cafeteria staff to deliver safe, high-quality meals.