School Meal Program Planner

The Exchange; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous leave benefits

Job summary

The Exchange is hiring a School Meal Program Menu Planner to design and evaluate menus that meet regulatory guidelines and deliver high nutritional value for students. You will monitor performance, acceptance, and compliance while supporting reviews, budgeting, and quality practices.

Ideal candidates hold a nutrition-related degree or an RD/RDN credential, with experience in coordinated programs or relevant clinical components, and a commitment to operational excellence in school meal services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Food & Nutrition, Food Service Management, Nutrition Education, Institutional Management, or related science.
• AND-approved coordinated undergraduate program, internship, or clinical component plus one year of experience.
• Professional registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).

Responsibilities

• Plan and evaluate menus to meet regulatory guidelines and maintain high nutritional standards
• Monitor menu performance, student acceptance, and compliance requirements
• Support internal reviews, financial management, and quality control initiatives
• Help ensure operational excellence and compliance with all applicable standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Food & Nutrition, Food Service Management, Nutrition Education, Institutional Management, or related science

AND-approved coordinated undergrad program, internship, or clinical component + 1 year experience

RD/RDN professional registration

Job description

Now Hiring: School Meal Program Menu Planner!

Are you passionate about nutrition and creating healthy meals that students enjoy? Join the Exchange team as a School Meal Program Menu Planner!

What You'll Do:

• Plan and evaluate menus to meet regulatory guidelines and maintain high nutritional standards
• Monitor menu performance, student acceptance, and compliance requirements
• Support internal reviews, financial management, and quality control initiatives
• Help ensure operational excellence and compliance with all applicable standards

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Food & Nutrition, Food Service Management, Nutrition Education, Institutional Management, or a related science

OR

• Completion of an AND-approved coordinated undergraduate program, internship, or clinical component plus one (1) year of experience

OR

• Professional registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

What We Offer:

• Outstanding total compensation package including retirement, comprehensive medical, life and disability insurance options, generous leave benefits, and more!
• A mission of supporting military personnel, retirees, veterans and their families
• A culture that invests in our associates' professional growth and well-being