Senior School Nutrition Programs Leader

Onslow County Public Schools; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Onslow County Public Schools in Jacksonville, NC is seeking an Assistant Director of School Nutrition Services to lead the district's nutrition program, ensuring high-quality meals and adherence to USDA guidelines. The position reports to the Director of School Nutrition Services and requires a four-year degree and significant management experience.

The role includes overseeing food systems, procurement, budgeting, staff training, and compliance with federal and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in foods and nutrition or related field with at least five years in food services.
• Two years of experience at management/administrative level.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recommendations and placement of personnel.
• Assist in budget management.
• Assist in developing and maintaining the district’s procurement plan.
• Assist in establishing policies for quality and quantity control.
• Provide leadership in developing recipes following USDA guidelines.
• Ensure daily production records are completed in each school.
• Help ensure free/reduced meals program complies with civil rights.
• Ensure compliance with Federal/state/local regulations.
• Assist with evaluating facility and equipment needs.
• Develop social marketing plans with stakeholders.

Skills

Food systems

Nutrition basics

Regulatory knowledge

Budget management

Procurement

Personnel mgmt

Adult learning

Training programs

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelors in foods and nutrition or related field

5+ years in food services; 2+ years in management

Job description

Onslow County Public Schools in Jacksonville, NC is seeking an Assistant Director of School Nutrition Services to lead the district's nutrition program, ensuring high-quality meals and adherence to USDA guidelines. The position reports to the Director of School Nutrition Services and requires a four-year degree and significant management experience.

The role includes overseeing food systems, procurement, budgeting, staff training, and compliance with federal and state regulations.