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Position Type: Administration/DirectorDate Posted: 3/19/2026Location: Administrative OfficesCOLLETON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICTJOB DESCRIPTION - DIRECTOR OF STUDENT NUTRITIONDEPARTMENT OF STUDENT NUTRITIONJOB PURPOSEUnder limited supervision, plans, directs and supervises the District's School Student Nutrition program in accordance with the policies established by the State Department of Education, the USDA and the School District. Oversees all department functions, including staffing, program planning and accountability, resource allocation and management, procurement, financial management, facilities planning, nutrition education and food safety and marketing. Reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Operations and Innovation. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSPlans, directs and supervises all functions of the School Student nutrition program, including staffing, program planning and accountability, resource allocation and management, procurement, financial management, facilities planning, nutrition education and food safety and marketing. Ensures compliance with all policies, regulations and standards established by the State Department of Education, the USDA and the District. Develops and implements policies and procedures specific to the student nutrition program. Supervises the cafeteria managers and support staff; supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; selecting new employees; acting on employee problems; and recommending employee transfers, promotions, discipline and discharge. Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers advice and assistance as needed. Develops and provides in-service training and staff development opportunities. Develops and administers the department budget, and monitors individual school student nutrition budgets and expenditures for compliance with budgetary allocations; approves invoices and statements for payment. Identifies and communicates to District and state administration the needs and accomplishments of the District student nutrition program. Develops student nutrition standards and evaluation procedures; evaluates the overall student nutrition program and makes adjustments or enhancements as appropriate. Facilitates menu planning for meals served, ensuring adequate nutrition, the provision of menus for children with special needs, and customer satisfaction. Recommends prices for student nutrition programs, special activities and catering. Establishes procurement procedures in compliance with the state and District procurement guidelines; evaluates and tests new products; negotiates vendor contracts and works with vendors on special needs, problems and delivery route schedules. Ensures the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date inventory records. Participates in the planning and design of new or renovated student nutrition facilities; assists in managing department construction projects. Coordinates the maintenance and repair of equipment; replaces equipment on a schedule consistent with budget and other constraints. Compiles data for and prepares various studies, reports and recommendations required by the District and/or other agencies. Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints in areas of responsibility. Represents the department and District at various meetings as appropriate. Prepares and/or processes budget documents, statistical reports, financial reports and analyses, estimates, performance evaluations, memos, correspondence, etc. Operates a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, copier, calculator, telephone, paper shredder, etc.; uses clerical, copier, computer supplies. Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, Superintendent, subordinates, other District administrators and staff, school administrators and staff, State Department of Education personnel, elected officials, various councils and committees, financial institutions, and the general public. Attends training, seminars and conferences, etc., as necessary to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills. Performs routine administrative/office tasks as required, including but not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, sending and receiving faxes, entering and retrieving computer data, etc. Performs related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONSRequires a Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition, finance, business administration or related field supplemented by six to nine years of related administrative experience. Requires ServeSafe Manager Certification and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Certification or the ability to obtain certifications within six months. Must possess a valid state driver's license. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.Speak and hear.Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls. WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.Have regular and punctual attendance.Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities. DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The Colleton County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.