School Nutrition Operations Leader

DeKalb County School District; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced Central Office Manager, School Nutrition to lead the School Nutrition Services team. The role emphasizes program integrity, cost control, procurement, and compliance with health and nutrition standards.

The successful candidate will manage budgets, supervise nutrition staff, and ensure quality meal preparation and safety across district operations. This role requires leadership, strategic planning, and a strong understanding of state and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with training in food/nutrition or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years institutional food service experience.
• Must obtain GDDE Training-in-Depth certification within four years and ServeSafe within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical expertise to the department and guides implementation of the school nutrition program.
• Supervises and trains school nutrition staff to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Oversees budget, cost containment, and staffing for the department.

Skills

People management

Staff training

Policy development

Education

High School Diploma or GED with nutrition/food service training

Georgia Department of Education Training-in-Depth core courses (1-4) certification

ServeSafe Certification

Job description

DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced Central Office Manager, School Nutrition to lead the School Nutrition Services team. The role emphasizes program integrity, cost control, procurement, and compliance with health and nutrition standards.

The successful candidate will manage budgets, supervise nutrition staff, and ensure quality meal preparation and safety across district operations. This role requires leadership, strategic planning, and a strong understanding of state and