Lead, School Nutrition Programs & Operations

Delmar School District; Gifford (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian River School District is seeking a Supervisor of Child Nutrition Services to oversee daily operations across district facilities, manage staff, plan menus, and ensure compliance with federal and state nutrition guidelines.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting and data analysis skills, with a focus on cost-effective service delivery and program improvement. Collaboration with administrators, teachers, students, and families is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in food service management, dietary and nutritional planning/managements, or satellite operations from a central facility.
• Registered Dietician by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics or other industry recognized organization. (Preferred)
• Possess a Serve Safe Certification.
• Knowledge and experience with federal, state and local guidelines, laws and regulations related to food service, nutrition and food technology
• Knowledge and experience with food production, nutritional quality, and cost-effective production standards.
• Ability to effectively analyze data and interpret results to maintain an efficient and cost-effective program.
• Experience with the use of technology and the point of service software
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Meets administrative certification requirements of the State of Delaware.
• Knowledgeable in IRSD policies and procedures.
• Clean Criminal Background Check, TB Test, and Child Protection Registry Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conforms to all federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding school food services programs.
• Directs the hiring and supervisory process for all Cafeteria Management and Child Nutrition staff.
• Develops, implements and evaluates goals/objectives for the Child Nutrition Program.
• Directs, monitors, and evaluates the implementation of school nutrition programs within the school district or state in compliance with program standards of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Implements the appropriate usage of information systems in the management of child nutrition programs.
• Plans for the development, coordination, and implementation of nutrition, sanitation, food and employee safety education as part of the school nutrition program.
• Prepare specifications and bid conditions for all items required by State law or Board policy
• Oversees all financial, personnel, and payroll needs and functions.
• Establishes and implements budgeting and financial management systems consistent with local, state, and federal requirements.
• Maintains and submits accurate, timely, and well-documented records and reports.
• Maintains a system for the procurement, distribution and inventory of food and non-food materials.
• Conduct regular meetings with the Child Nutrition Managers and Lead Workers to develop and improve all areas of the Child Nutrition Programs.
• Assist managers with in-service training and work schedules for cooks/bakers, and general workers as needed.
• Determines facility needs, repair and replacement of equipment.
• Plans facility layouts and determines equipment needs.
• Establishes and maintains a school nutrition program marketing system for the district.
• Regularly visits and monitors all schools and facilities using a hands‑on approach to provide support in the implementation of the program.
• Establishes effective working relationships with appropriate members of all departments in the school district or state agency as provided, as well as other stakeholders such as students, parents, and community members.
• Implements a program for continuous self‑development and professional growth of staff.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Staff development

Budgeting

Food service management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management or related field

Tools

Point of Service software

Job description

Indian River School District is seeking a Supervisor of Child Nutrition Services to oversee daily operations across district facilities, manage staff, plan menus, and ensure compliance with federal and state nutrition guidelines.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting and data analysis skills, with a focus on cost-effective service delivery and program improvement. Collaboration with administrators, teachers, students, and families is essential.