School Nutrition Director

Choice-Schools-Associates; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus Classical Academy in Warren, MI, part of Choice Schools Associates, seeks an experienced Food Service Supervisor to oversee school meals and staff. You will ensure safe, attractive, and compliant nutrition services for students and staff.

Responsibilities include supervising cafeteria staff, meal prep and distribution, data reporting for NSLP/CACFP, audits, inventory, and collaboration with the Principal to meet building needs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• If meals are prepared on site, a valid food manager certification is required.
• Solid record of punctuality verified by reference check.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and evaluates food service staff.
• Oversees preparation, packaging and distribution of school meals.
• Coordinates with the Principal to ensure food service meets building needs.
• Manages the Free/Reduced Breakfast/Lunch data collection and reporting.
• Coordinates audits/reviews by County or State.
• Manages cash handling for meals and submits NSLP/CACFP reimbursement claims.
• Plans and implements special diets for students with documented needs.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal health/safety regulations.

Skills

Staff supervision

Food service coordination

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Food manager certification

Job description

For more than 90 years, Immaculate Conception in Warren has been a place of learning, faith, and community. Since 1983, generations of families have helped build a school culture grounded in strong academics, cultural heritage, and a close partnership between home and school.
Invictus Classical Academy grows from these roots. What began as a private school community shaped by Ukrainian heritage and a commitment to character now serves the broader community as a tuition-free public charter school. This transition preserves the heart of the school while expanding access to more families.
Today, IC offers a classical curriculum centered on literature, history, mathematics, science, and the arts.
We honor tradition and community while preparing students for the future through rigorous academics and the formation of wisdom and virtue.
Rooted in history. Open to all. Shaping the leaders of tomorrow.

About the role

Supervises all aspects of kitchen and food service operations in order to provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient school nutrition program.

What you'll do

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises and evaluates food service staff at the Academy.
• Oversees preparation, packaging and distribution of school meals.
• Coordinates with the Principal to ensure food service is meeting the needs of the building students and staff.
• Oversees the effective implementation of the Free/Reduced Breakfast/Lunch Program and all associated data collection and MDE reports.
• Coordinates any and all audits/reviews by the County or State.
• Collects cash for reduced-price meals and full-paid meals.
• Submits all claims for reimbursement by NSLP and CACFP; maintains effective data to substantiate all claims.
• Plans and implements special diets for students with documented special meal requirements.
• Evaluates and reports on menu acceptance in compliance with State and Federal regulations.
• Adheres to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Blood borne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Accounts and reports funds collected for meals for students and adults.
• Maintains food preparation and dining areas at ratings exceeding state standards.
• Maintains food service areas, equipment and furnishings in neat, clean and appealing condition.
• Achieves high levels of customer satisfaction through student participation rates and by student and adult ratings.
• Promptly reports major repairs needed to the Principal.
• Immediately reports any damage to school property to the Principal.
• Keeps an inventory of food, supplies and equipment on hand and makes requisitions to the Principal far enough in advance to sustain a smooth-running and continuous food service program.
• Works collaboratively with other school nutrition directors in the company to establish consistency in service.
• Participates in the hiring process for Nutritional staff.
• Develops and implements a training program for food service employees.
• Participates in applying for any grants associated with this program.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Solid record of punctuality verified by reference check.
• If meals are prepared on the Academy site, a valid food manager certification.

Desired Qualifications:

• Valid ServSafe Certification.
• Ability to read, follow directions, and maintain records.
• Experience working with At-Risk students.
• Food service experience in an educational setting.
• Ability to work effectively with school personnel and students in a diverse school community.

About Choice Schools Associates

Invictus Classical Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Classical Model, Invictus is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding classical schools within the state. The Classical Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.