Nutrition Services Specialist - DOC

Nutrition Services Inc.; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERS retirement contribution

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Job summary

West Linn-Wilsonville School District 3J Nutrition Services in Tualatin, Oregon, seeks a Nutrition Services Specialist – DOC to support food ordering, inventory and central office tasks. This 12-month, 8-hour/day role reports to the District Nutrition Service Manager and aims to ensure safe, compliant food service across kitchens and district offices.

The position emphasizes managing recipes, production records and budgeting, with duties spanning procurement, HACCP-compliant production, and menu

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food standards, recipe development, procurement and serving foods following standards.
• Experience in managing school lunchrooms or large food service operations.
• Familiarity with sanitation and safety standards for personnel, food and kitchens.
• Ability to work with USDA and ODE regulations and district requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food ordering, inventory control and vendor coordination.
• Support kitchen leads with training materials and task lists.
• Develop menus, production records and standard recipes following HACCP standards.
• Prepare records and office tasks to support district nutrition services.

Skills

Food service knowledge

Budgeting

Office software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office software

Job description

West Linn-Wilsonville School District 3J Nutrition Services - Tualatin, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Nutrition Services Specialist - DOC

West Linn-Wilsonville School District 3J Nutrition Services - Tualatin, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3J

Job Details

Job ID: 5958536
Application Deadline: Oct 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 13, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Nutrition Services Specialist - District Operations.

This is a 12 month, 8 hour/day position.

DEFINITION

This position is under the supervision of the District Nutrition Service Manager and helps manage food ordering, delivery, preparation, and service at all levels and in the central office; helps develop and manage related records and databases required for kitchen functions.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This position is distinguished from the Lead position by having the added responsibility of supporting food service task completion at all levels. This position is responsible for supporting the coordination and completion of all phases of kitchen duties and corresponding office tasks

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs all duties in the Lead description. Additionally, included but not limited to: Assists in the development of training materials and task lists and is a resource for all kitchens; supports kitchen leads with food ordering using specified food guidelines, contract pricing, nutrition regulations; overseeing kitchen and district-wide inventory controls; works with vendors, the USDA and ODE regarding food and nutrition ordering and regulations; oversees inventory, deliveries, transports items to kitchens when needed; pays invoices and tracks budget; develops large quantity standardized recipes following HACCP standards; develops production records, volume to prepare, portions, documentation of food groups, components, safety and sanitation standards; develops menus and website materials; support catering functions; support the completion of work orders and kitchen maintenance; specs, bids and purchases needed kitchen equipment; may on occasion help serve meals; visits all kitchens on a regular basis; attends daily planning sessions with the Nutrition Service Manager; works with a variety of software programs and performs offices duties to complete and organize the above duties and corresponding recordkeeping; supports customers as needed in any of the above areas; assists in the central office with staffing, timesheets, benefits and accounting needs during peak volume times; other duties as assigned.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Methods of food standards, recipe development, procurement, preparation, and serving foods following standards;
• Procedures involved in managing school lunchrooms at all levels;
• Sanitation and safety standards for personnel, food, preparation, kitchen equipment and kitchen area;
• Rules, regulations, procedures and functions of the district;
• District, County, State and Federal requirements for a school food service program including food analysis, nutrition and allergens;
• Business English, spelling, punctuation, and mathematics;
• Current office practices and procedures;
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, nutrition, accounting and corresponding District, State and Federal software programs;
• Rules, regulations, procedures and functions of the District;
• Office management principles and ability to apply this knowledge to work problems.

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with students, Principals, fellow employees, school staff and the general public;
• Oversee all aspects of food, nutrition, kitchen and corresponding office duties meeting all regulations;
• Manage district food and supply inventory;
• Supervise, train, mentor and support staff;
• Must routinely lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and over 50 pounds with assistance;
• Complete all district required trainings;
• Communicate professionally and effectively in person, via phone or email with customers and staff;
• Maintain confidentiality in all phases of work, i.e. records, meetings, etc;
• Establish and ensure accurate accounting, budget and corresponding recordkeeping;
• Work independently on difficult kitchen and clerical tasks;
• Read, write, and follow oral and written instructions with little supervision;

Experience:

Five years of experience in the preparation and serving of foods in a school lunchroom or in a restaurant or cafeteria of equivalent size preferably supplemented by supervisory experience.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent as required by Oregon Administrative Rules, Oregon Department of Education and preferably supplemented by experience working in a food service environment. Completes continuing education opportunities available through the District, Clackamas County and the Oregon Department of Education.

License:

Current Oregon Operators License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles if food transporting is part of the position.

Current food handlers card issued by Clackamas County.

Benefits:

The West Linn-Wilsonville School District offers a competitivebenefitspackage, including District-paid6% PERS retirement contribution, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and Professional Development & Tuition Reimbursement (prorated based on FTE).For a full list ofbenefitsoffered to our employees, please click here .

Please note, Classified employees must work a minimum of .5 FTE to be eligible for insurance.

Community and District Information:

The West Linn-Wilsonville School District is nestled within two thriving cities, West Linn and Wilsonville, within the rural area of Clackamas County. Both communities have a strong legacy of support for their schools, music and arts endeavors, and the overall well-being of their patrons. The school district and surrounding communities have experienced steady, constant growth over the past three decades. The estimated student population of the District as of December 2025 is 8,600.

Itis the policy of the West Linn-Wilsonville Board of Education and School District (WLWV) that no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veterans' status, genetic information, or disability shall occur if the employee with or without reasonable accommodation, is able to perform the essential functions of the position. These protections apply to students, employees, and other members of the public. West Linn-Wilsonville School District is committed to equal access and equal opportunity in all activities/services, educational programs, and employment. Persons having questions regarding equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Director of Human Resourcesat the West Linn-Wilsonville School District, 503-673-7095.

Position Type: 8 Hours/Day

Salary: $24.07 to $27.90 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

Contact Information

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