Regional Child Nutrition Training Specialist

Esc Region 11; White Settlement (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan

HSA/FSA

Sick & Personal Days

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

ESC Region 11’s Child Nutrition Department in White Settlement, TX seeks a Child Nutrition Program Specialist to train staff across school and CACFP programs, ensuring compliance with federal rules. The role reports to the Child Nutrition Program Coordinator and may involve substantial travel to CE sites in the region.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, with RD and Culinary Chef preferences; 3–5 years in school meal operations and strong project management

Qualifications

• Education/Certification section lists a Bachelor's degree in related field; RD preferred; Chef preferred.
• Experience with school or institutional food service operations and staff training.
• Strong knowledge of federal nutrition program regulations and program operations.

Responsibilities

• Actively lead inter-departmental teams to improve student performance and regional operations.
• Provide training and technical assistance to contracting entities as per TDA contract.
• Travel to contracting entities for in-person visits weekly; up to 50% travel.

Skills

Team oriented

Nutrition program regulations

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Time management

Conflict management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Institutional Management/related)

Registered Dietitian (preferred)

Culinary Chef (preferred)

Job description

ESC Region 11’s Child Nutrition Department in White Settlement, TX seeks a Child Nutrition Program Specialist to train staff across school and CACFP programs, ensuring compliance with federal rules. The role reports to the Child Nutrition Program Coordinator and may involve substantial travel to CE sites in the region.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, with RD and Culinary Chef preferences; 3–5 years in school meal operations and strong project management