Director of Food and Nutrition - Mastery Charter School

The Nutrition Group is a well-established, full-service food and facilities management company that has been operating since 1975. Specializing in a broad range of support services such as K-12 Meal Services, Commissary, Custodial and Maintenance Management, Business and Industry catering, and Consulting, the company operates in multiple states including Florida, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, South Carolina, and Virginia. Known for its people-oriented approach, The Nutrition Group prides itself on the long-term relationships it has cultivated with its clients, customers, employees, and vendors through a steadfast commitment to quality and service. This dynamic company thrives on delivering high-quality food service and management solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of its diverse clientele.

The open position at The Nutrition Group is for a Director of Food and Nutrition who will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a K-12 School Cafeteria. This role focuses heavily on culinary and catering aspects, ensuring that all programs meet USDA and state guidelines while maintaining exemplary standards of service and quality. The Director of Food and Nutrition will play a critical role in menu development, cost and inventory control, staff management, and ensuring accurate accounting practices. They will serve as the primary communication link between the school district officials and the food service teams, coordinating efforts to meet both educational and nutritional objectives. This position offers an excellent work-life balance with no night shifts, no weekend work, holidays off, and a Monday through Friday schedule during daylight hours, making it an ideal role for those seeking schedule stability and family-friendly work conditions. The Nutrition Group supports its employees with competitive benefits including company-paid health insurance, dental and vision options, 401k with company match, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and opportunities for training and development including tuition reimbursement. This role demands a candidate who combines culinary expertise with leadership and management skills to contribute to the nutritional well-being of students and the operational success of the cafeteria program.