Central Office _ Director, School Nutrition Services (School Nutrition Services) 2026-2027

- Position Type:
Finance/Director, School Nutrition Services - Date Posted:
10/26/2026 - Location:
School Nutrition Services - Closing Date:
11/30/2026
| Central Office _ Director, School Nutrition Services (School Nutrition Services) 2026-2027 | JobID: 23527 |
The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Director, School Nutrition Services.
Salary Grade/Schedule: Unified 132
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Title: Director, School Nutrition Services
Assists the Executive Director in overseeing and coordinating district-wide compliance of the School Nutrition Program, ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations. Conducts ongoing evaluations of nutrition operations to implement immediate corrective actions when standards are not met.
Essential Job Duties
• Establishes a comprehensive leadership and personnel management program in collaboration with Human Resources, administrators, and other stakeholders.
• Directs the development of key performance indicators and departmental strategies to ensure the program is financially sustainable. Manages labor allocation and overall program resource planning.
• Ensures full compliance with all applicable school lunch program regulations, including the preparation of required reports and documentation for all cafeterias and satellite meal sites. Oversees required site visits, inspections, health inspections, surveys, and records retention.
• Implements budgeting and financial management systems that align with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Develops and maintains the organizational structure needed to achieve strategic departmental goals.
• Monitors and evaluates each school food service operation for effectiveness in meeting program goals and adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures and administrative protocols.
• Provides leadership through cross-functional supervision of departmental teams, including Menus & Procurement, Technology, Training, Free & Reduced, Schools, Kitchen Equipment, and Finance.
• Oversees the development and execution of the Manager/Assistant Manager Training Program and other specialized initiatives.
• Manages food service operations related to the planning, design, and opening of new or renovated kitchen and cafeteria facilities. Oversees large equipment procurement, specification development, and surplus equipment utilization to ensure alignment with program needs and budget constraints.
• Analyzes data on existing facilities to inform decisions related to renovations and equipment replacement, ensuring optimal use of district resources.
• Communicates nutrition-related topics effectively to diverse internal and external audiences.
• Develops emergency response protocols and service delivery guidelines for disaster or crisis situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• A Master's degree is required.
• Minimum 10 years of director-level leadership experience in School Nutrition.
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain Georgia Certification S-5 as a School Nutrition Director.
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