District School Nutrition Coordinator
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Job Location:
Little Rock, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
District School Nutrition Coordinator
Location: LISA Academy District Office (Central Arkansas)
Reports to:Senior Director of Operations
Position Type: Full-time 12-month position
Position Summary
The District School Nutrition Coordinator supports the districts Child Nutrition Program by coordinating day-to-day operations ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines and assisting with financial personnel and training functions. This position serves between the district office central kitchen and campus-based nutrition teams to promote efficient high-quality meal service and student satisfaction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with the supervision and support of campus kitchen managers and staff.
- Monitor kitchen operations and meal service for compliance with USDA and ADE standards.
- Maintain documentation and reports required for child nutrition programs (NSLP CACFP etc.).
- Support menu planning ordering and inventory processes.
- Coordinate training sessions ServSafe certifications and maintain professional development records.
- Assist with RFPs vendor communication and procurement documentation.
- Maintain and update nutrition-related software systems (POS Titan payment portals etc.).
- Monitor participation data meal counts and support claim submission processes.
- Collaborate with the finance department on invoices purchase orders and budget monitoring.
- Support communication with parents and campus administrators regarding meal accounts allergies and nutrition concerns.
- Assist with marketing and promotional efforts to increase student participation in meal programs.
- Participate in inspections audits and corrective action plans.
- Provide backup support for other district nutrition functions as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Nutrition Food Service Management Business Administration or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 23 years of experience in school nutrition food service management or related field.
- Working knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Programs preferred.
- Strong organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Google Suite and nutrition software systems.
- ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months.
Work Environment
- District office-based with regular travel to campuses and central kitchen sites.
- May occasionally assist with food service operations or special events.
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