Nutrition Coordinator

SFE- Southwest Foodservice Excellence; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SFE - Southwest Foodservice Excellence is seeking a Nutrition Programs Supervisor to ensure K-12 districts comply with federal and state NSLP/SBP regulations, plan compliant menus, and provide operational oversight. The role emphasizes problem solving and coordinating with district staff.

The position also involves conducting trainings, engaging students through programs, and driving innovation across district and corporate levels.

Qualifications

• Experience in school nutrition or related field preferred.
• BS in Nutrition or related field required; RD preferred.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform onsite reviews of assigned school sites to evaluate compliance and provide guidance.
• Plan and create menus within federal/state regulations for NSLP and SBP.
• Oversee communication with district staff regarding special dietary needs and menu topics.
• Create and implement training materials to support the district.
• Conduct trainings with kitchen staff.
• Engage students through programs like Farmers Markets, Health Fairs, and other student/community initiatives.
• Suggest new ideas to advance district and corporate initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Menu planning

Onsite inspection

Education

BS in Nutrition or related field

Registered Dietitian preferred

Job description

This position oversees that all schools within the District (K-12) are within compliance of federal and state regulations pertaining to the National School Lunch Program including the creation of menus, operational oversight, and problem solving. This position will also be responsible for handling any special dietary needs of the students within the District.

Responsibilities:

• Perform onsite reviews of assigned school sites to evaluate compliance. Provide an action list of items, guidance, and support to correct/improve site, and follow up as necessary supporting district to ensure a successful Administrative Review.
• Plan and create menus that are within federal and state regulations for the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. Menus must be balanced, offer variety, and be commodity and budget conscience.
• Oversee communication with district staff, employees, and community regarding special dietary needs and menu related topics.
• Create and implement trainings materials and handouts to support the district as needed.
• Conduct trainings with kitchen staff.
• Engage Students by planning, hosting, and executing a variety of student-based programs such as Farmers Markets, Health Fairs, or other SFE student/community-based programs. May also assist in developing new programs geared towards engaging the student population.
• Support and create innovation from a District and Corporate level. Suggest new ideas to advance the position and company forward. Support new concept rollouts, offering suggestions and feedback.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Comfort and ability to work in a fast pace, ever changing environment.
• A minimum of 2 years work experience in school nutrition or related field is preferred, but not required. Consideration will be given to candidates with other foodservice related work experience.
• Leadership experience preferred, but not required.
• BS in Nutrition or related field. Registered Dietitian preferred.