Nutrition Services Facility and Equipment Manager

The Nutrition Services Facility and Equipment Manager position is a vital role within the Nutrition Services Annex, serving a large school district. This establishment is dedicated to providing high-quality food service operations across more than 30 kitchen sites district-wide. The Nutrition Services department emphasizes maintaining the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and compliance with all relevant codes and regulations. The facility management team plays a crucial role in ensuring that every piece of commercial food service equipment and facilities operate optimally to support the district’s nutritional goals and programs.

The Nutrition Services Facility and Equipment Manager is responsible for directing and performing maintenance, repairs, and replacements of commercial refrigeration and food service equipment throughout the district. This full-time, 12-month position operates Monday through Friday, offering a starting salary of $5,094.66 per month (equivalent to $61,136 annually), which varies depending on recent experience. The role is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting the district’s commitment to employee well-being.

This position demands a high level of technical expertise and operational management skills. The manager will create and maintain detailed databases to monitor equipment inventory, manage fixed assets, approve transfer requests, and evaluate the cost-effectiveness of repairs versus replacements. A robust preventive maintenance plan ensures all refrigeration and food service equipment remains in safe, operable condition, compliant with district, local, state, and federal regulations.

The role also includes coordinating new construction and remodeling projects, working closely with facilities directors, nutrition services leadership, architects, contractors, and project managers to ensure kitchen designs and equipment purchases meet required standards. This hands-on involvement supports budgeting and accountability for the department’s equipment needs, including negotiating bond projects and reviewing blueprints for compliance.

In addition to facility management, the manager supports special nutrition services activities, including equipment and food delivery for events and local food programs. This dynamic role requires excellent communication skills for interaction with various professionals and departments, a strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, and the ability to operate delivery vehicles and warehouse equipment safely.

Physical demands include lifting heavy items, prolonged standing and walking, climbing ladders, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. The position requires a minimum of two years' experience purchasing and troubleshooting commercial food service equipment, a high school diploma or GED equivalent, and a valid Colorado driver's license. Preferred qualifications include experience in warehouse operations, delivery driving, and prior work with commercial kitchen equipment.

Overall, the Nutrition Services Facility and Equipment Manager is essential for sustaining district-wide food service operations, ensuring compliance with safety codes, and facilitating infrastructure projects that enhance the nutritional services program. This role offers a blend of technical, managerial, and operational responsibilities in a supportive educational environment, making it an excellent career opportunity for professionals with a strong background in food service equipment management and maintenance.