Child Nutrition - Dietitian

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Child Nutrition Coordinator

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Plan, develop, and oversee nutritionally balanced student meal programs that meet federal, state, and local requirements while promoting healthy eating habits and supporting a safe, efficient, and student-centered child nutrition environment.

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree in Food and Nutrition, Home Economics, Institutional Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related field preferred

Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Serv Safe certification preferred Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Ability to analyze productivity measures to evaluate customer service satisfaction and adjust standard menu offerings accordingly

Knowledge of technology used to capture and analyze data for menu analysis and digital menu software

Knowledge of menu planning, recipe crediting, nutrient analysis, and food-based menus

Knowledge of special diet and allergy management software, menu creation, and procedures

Ability to develop and implement effective district wide marketing and promotional campaigns, including social media account management, food photography, and graphic design

Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated leadership abilities

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of experience in school food service or related nutrition program management, including experience in menu planning, marketing, community outreach and/or student engagement

Menu Planning, Nutrition Compliance, and Special Diets:

Under the supervision of the Child Nutrition Coordinator, develop, analyze, and maintain cost-effective, nutritionally balanced menus in compliance with USDA, Texas Department of Agriculture, and local requirements using approved analysis software.

Determine and monitor nutritional adequacy of all menu offerings.

Maintain current Child Nutrition (CN) labels and product analysis documentation.

Evaluate new food products and identify innovative options to improve menu quality and student acceptance.

Develop and implement therapeutic and special diet menus for students with documented dietary needs.

Maintain accurate records for food allergies and special diets.

Provide current nutritional information to parents, nurses, campus staff, and Café Supervisors.

Program Operations, Safety, and Quality Assurance:

Support efficient, productive, and student-centered nutrition program operations.

Promote and monitor food safety, sanitation, and quality assurance standards.

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local child nutrition regulations.

Marketing, Promotion, and Student Engagement:

Plan, coordinate, and implement district-wide marketing and promotional initiatives to increase participation.

Develop and manage promotional campaigns for all meal programs.

Collaborate with student groups, campus clubs, and advisory organizations to enhance engagement and gather feedback.

Create layouts and content for printed media, digital platforms, and public displays.

Maintain and update nutrition-related content on district websites, menu boards, and social media.

Lead innovative efforts to increase participation and revenue while maintaining high nutrition standards.

Communication, Customer Service, and Public Relations:

Serve as liaison between the Child Nutrition Department and students, parents, staff, and community stakeholders.

Manage and resolve inquiries, concerns, suggestions, and complaints.

Represent the department at district events, community meetings, and parent engagement forums.

Serve as public relations specialist as assigned by the Child Nutrition Director.

Nutrition Education and Wellness Initiatives:

Develop, implement, and communicate nutrition education programs for students, families, and staff.

Coordinate nutrition awareness activities through Child Nutrition staff.

Participate in the School Health Advisory Committee and other relevant committees.

Support district wellness initiatives and health fairs.

Data Analysis, Program Evaluation, and Continuous Improvement:

Conduct studies related to student food acceptance, nutrition needs, and program…