Nutrition Services Coordinator at Classical Charter Sch

Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction is seeking a Nutrition Services Coordinator for the 2026-2027 school year in Grand Junction, CO. The role involves managing the food service program, supervising staff and volunteers, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary range and requires adherence to school policies, with regular school-day hours and some extended year planning.

Qualifications

• Loyalty to ACACS mission and vision.
• Manages compliance with HSMA, SFA, and other food regulations.
• Provides reports on student participation in food programs.
• Maintains nutrition values, temperature logs, sanitation logs, and food handling procedures.
• Interacts with Health Inspector and vendors as needed.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversees food purchasing activities and coordinates with vendors.
• Directs staff and volunteers in inventory control, food production, and meal service.
• Maintains kitchen cleanliness, setup, and shutdown procedures.
• Keeps routine records: work orders, equipment maintenance, and logs.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal food regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Compliance awareness

Inventory management

Food service operations

Problem solving

Team coordination

English proficiency

Job description

Job Title: Nutrition Services Coordinator
Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction (ACAGJ), Grand Junction, CO
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Headmaster
Work days: Typically School Days, Monday-Friday 6:30 am -2:30 pm. Staff Development and work an Exetended year calendar 222 days
Salary Range: $58,000 - $65,000
Position Summary
Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction (ACAGJ) is hiring a Nutrition Services Coordinator for the 2026-2027 school year. Located in Grand Junction, CO, ACAGJ is a growing school, offering grades K-11 for the 26-27 school year with plans to expand to K-12 by adding one grade per year.
All staff are expected to model good character. We seek candidates with a high standard of excellence, professional demeanor, warm rapport with students, clear communication with parents and other staff members, and a can-do attitude to join our team. The ideal candidate will be organized and diligent.
Position Requirements

• Loyalty to Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc.'s (ACACS) mission and vision
• Manages compliance with HSMA, the SFA, and other food regulations by:

• Providing reports containing student participation in food programs
• Ensuring nutrition values, temperature logs, cleaning and sanitation logs, and food handling procedures are maintained and shared out appropriately to the SFA and other stakeholders, to, among other things, prepare for food service audits.

• Provide reports and tour to Health Inspector as required bi-annually at minimum
• Provides Inventory Finance Specialist inventory counts and invoices from planning, organizing, and executing the food services program.
• Manages staff and volunteers in

• inventory control
• ensuring the school is in compliance with state and federal food regulations.
• Food production
• Meal service
• Kitchen cleanliness, setup, and shutdown

• Oversees all food purchasing activities and coordinates with vendors.
• Reports to the HM in assessing, purchasing and maintaining food service equipment. Contacts vendors to service equipment as needed.
• Participates and coordinates in the selection of parent volunteers.
• Displays initiative in identifying potential problems and proposing solutions.
• Commitment to model moral character in line with the school's core virtues
• Adherence to all ACACS policies, including but not limited to the Employee Handbook, Family Handbook, and all applicable school and board policies
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Directs staff to use common cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Maintain routine records such as work orders, equipment repairs and maintenance, chemical application, cleaning schedules, and overtime assignments
• Complete all required training and provide documentation as well as official college transcripts within 90 days of hire date
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
• Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to traverse classroom and building
• Environment: Indoor/outdoor environment subject to changing conditions and temperatures exceeding 90 degrees at times.
• Regular exposures to fumes, dust, odors, heights, and loud noises.
• Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals such as disinfectants
• Working on ladders at varying heights

Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and will require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.
• Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.
• Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.
• Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.
• History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.

Verification of Qualifications: For roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials), you will be asked to provide verifiable proof. We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications
Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.
This employer utilizes E-Verify
Salary: $58000 - $65000 per year