School Nutrition Director – Daytime, Mon–Fri

The Nutrition Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional training and development

Daytime schedule

Job summary

The Nutrition Group is recruiting a Director of Food and Nutrition to oversee daily cafeteria operations within a K-12 school district. The role calls for strong leadership in food service management, compliance with USDA guidelines, and team supervision.

Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years of staff management experience and a background in school dining services. The position offers a Monday–Friday daytime schedule with competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–2 years of staff management experience.
• Food service industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage school menus in compliance with USDA and state guidelines
• Oversee food cost control, budgeting, and inventory management
• Lead and supervise cafeteria staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment
• Ensure accuracy in accounting and reporting processes
• Maintain strong communication with school district administrators and officials

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Staff leadership

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Nutrition Group is recruiting a Director of Food and Nutrition to oversee daily cafeteria operations within a K-12 school district. The role calls for strong leadership in food service management, compliance with USDA guidelines, and team supervision.

Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years of staff management experience and a background in school dining services. The position offers a Monday–Friday daytime schedule with competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.