Nutrition Coordinator

Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

US-TX-Corpus Christi

Job :  | Type:
Regular Full Time | # of Openings: 1 | Category:
Head Start

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the well‑being of children, families, and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant‑leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve.

• We are Warriors:
  Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head‑on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants:
  We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family:
  We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

The Nutrition Coordinator is primarily responsible for compliance with Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements as well as Head Start Performance Standards. This role includes planning and implementing nutrition education training, conducting nutritional assessments, and collaborating with parents, staff, and community partners to ensure that all children receive healthy, balanced meals that meet federal and state nutrition guidelines. The Nutrition Coordinator will direct the Nutrition Specialist, working collaboratively to ensure the successful implementation of programs and full compliance with CACFP and federal regulations.

* This position is year‑round.

• Consult and adhere to Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) regulations.
• Review each child's nutritional needs assessment and oversee recommendations and referrals for the appropriate course of action, supervising the Nutrition Specialist's involvement.
• Develop, review, and adjust menus to meet nutritional standards and individual needs while considering cultural preferences and expanding children's culinary experiences.
• Supervise and ensure all food safety practices are followed and the program complies with food handling, sanitation, and storage regulations, overseeing the Nutrition Specialist's adherence to these protocols.
• Facilitate training and ongoing support to new and current staff on nutrition‑related topics such as CACFP regulations, food preparation, portion control, and promoting healthy eating in the classroom environment.
• Comply with company code of conduct and other applicable regulations and requirements, including Licensing Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), Upbring policies, and procedures, Child Care Minimum Standards, and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Fulfill role as mandated reporter as stated in Child Abuse and Neglect Policy.
• Coach and support staff to ensure they have the necessary tools and resources needed to optimize performance, achieve program goals, and achieve operational excellence.
• Communicate with direct reports in periodic one‑on‑one meetings.
• Organize and deliver regularly scheduled staff meetings to communicate present, ongoing, and future updates and initiatives.
• Work closely with the management team to interview, hire, and onboard new employees who are strong cultural fits for Upbring.
• Work in collaboration with leadership and the People and Culture Team to arrange training and coordinate in‑service training for staff development.
• Regularly review employee performance, including goals and progress, to provide developmental feedback and facilitate growth and development in staff.
• Draft and issue the 90‑day and annual evaluations, along with supporting documentation, as per established procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Public Health, or a closely related field from a program accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Two (2) years' experience in meal planning, nutrition education, and food safety.
• Strong knowledge of…