Nutrition Education Coordinator

Newport News, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $57,428.00 - $76,732.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Job Description

Hampton City Schools is a public school district dedicated to providing quality education and services to students and the community in Hampton, Virginia. Among its many departments, the Food and Nutrition Services division plays a pivotal role in supporting student health and well-being through nutritious meal programs and educational initiatives. This division ensures that all meals served in schools comply with federal and state regulations while promoting healthy eating habits for students and staff alike. The district values diversity, inclusion, and non-discrimination, and is committed to offering reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the employment process. As a respected educational institution, Hampton City Schools fosters a positive and supportive workplace environment that encourages personal growth and professional development for its employees.

The Nutrition Education Coordinator role within Hampton City Schools' Food and Nutrition Services is a full-time, 12-month position that offers a competitive salary range of $57,428 to $76,732, placing it in pay grade G-217. Reporting to the Director of Food and Nutrition Services, Ms. Edwina Forrest, this position is responsible for overseeing and participating in the preparation, cooking, and service of food across assigned school sites. It ensures strict adherence to standardized recipes, price schedules, portion controls, and compliance with USDA and state meal reimbursement requirements.

The role goes beyond food preparation, encompassing critical responsibilities such as planning nutritionally sound menus, conducting nutrition education training for school staff, students, parents, and administrators, and promoting wellness initiatives across the school district. The Nutrition Education Coordinator facilitates the integration of nutrition education with the broader educational community through partnerships and effective communication using diverse platforms like websites, newsletters, and printed materials.

Additionally, the role involves supervising and managing food service staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting audits and inspections, and overseeing reporting related to operational efficiency and program performance. The Coordinator also plays a mentorship role by facilitating training programs such as the Manager in Training course and providing on-the-job training for dietetic students and culinary arts interns.

This position requires a high level of leadership and organizational skills, a commitment to promoting healthy eating habits, and the ability to foster a positive employee relations environment through effective supervision and staff development. It offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on student health outcomes and support the district's mission to foster an integrated approach to nutrition education and wellness. Immediate start is available for qualified candidates committed to advancing nutrition services within a dynamic school district setting.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nutrition with emphasis in food service management and dietetics
three years successful experience in food service management and/or institutional food service management, and in developing training programs
three years experience as a food service supervisor
registered dietitian preferred or in process
valid driver's license

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nutrition with emphasis in food service management and dietetics
three years successful experience in food service management and/or institutional food service management, and in developing training programs
three years experience as a food service supervisor
registered dietitian preferred or in process
valid driver's license

Job Duties

Supervises and participates in the preparation, cooking and service of food for students and staff at assigned sites
assures that standardized recipes and approved price schedules and portion controls are followed
assures menu components meet the requirements for reimbursable meals as specified by U.S. Department of Agriculture and the State
monitors work and staff to assure compliance with established Health Department rules, regulations and requirements
assists in planning nutritionally sound menus that comply with federal, state, and local regulations
ensures all menu items served are consistent with nutrition objectives and contributes to the development of healthy eating habits
proofreads and provides the necessary information to prepare the menus for print
collects nutrient information and provides nutrient analysis for menu items
conducts nutrition education training for school nutrition staff, students, parents, teachers and administrators
promotes healthy eating habits and provides guidelines for selecting healthful meals and snacks through nutrition education and appropriate marketing in the school cafeteria
promotes activities to increase wellness and nutrition awareness among students, administrators, teachers, and other school district staff
forms partnerships with parents, students, and the education community to support an integrated approach to nutrition education
evaluates the effectiveness of nutrition education programs initiated by the school nutrition program
conducts new employee orientation as needed
facilitates the Manager in Training course and teaches portions of the class
assists with on-the-job training for dietetic students, interns, and others in the culinary arts program
collects information and pictures for social media
coordinates the use of multiple approaches for informing stakeholders of menus, nutrition information, and other services available (e.g., web site, newsletters, and printed menus)
responsible for monthly reports identifying school costs, staffing efficiency and food production
responsible for assigned yearly federal reviews, input to manager performance appraisals, ongoing supervisors' visitation reports, meals per labor hour and a variety of other reports needed throughout the year
supervises/monitors/conduct audits and inspections at assigned school sites for compliance in all areas of food production and program requirements
provides leadership and works with managers at assigned sites to develop and retain highly competent, service-oriented staff through selection, training and day-to-day management practices that support District and department objectives and service expectations in programs and activities that promote a positive employee relations environment
provides assistance and direction to managers on scheduling employees, training, evaluating staff and resolving personnel and staffing issues and conflicts
performs other duties as assigned