Nutrition Director jobs in Newark, NJ

Nutrition Director directs and oversees all aspects of an organization's or institution's nutrition guidelines and initiatives. Oversees institution of basic nutrition plans including individualized menu plans and monitors intake and acceptance of meals, snacks, and supplements. Being a Nutrition Director monitors and ensures proper nutrition education is provided. May oversee menu planning or food service operations. Additionally, Nutrition Director requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) from Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Typically reports to top management. The Nutrition Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Nutrition Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Food and Nutrition
  • Newark Public Schools
  • Newark, NJ OTHER
  • Position Type:
    Non Instructional - Admin - Central Office/Director
  • Date Posted:
    10/31/2022
  • Location:
    Food Services - 359


    • NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
    HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
    765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102
    ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT

    DIRECTOR
    Office of Food & Nutrition Services

    (Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)

    The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Director of Office of Food and Nutrition Services.

    DEFINITION: The Director of Food and Nutrition Services is responsible for the overall management of the Food Service Department including planning, directing, administering and evaluating all aspects of the Food and Nutrition Program in order to meet educational and nutritional needs of children in the Newark Board of Educations. The Director will ensure program compliance with relevant federal, state and local policies, regulations and procedures. The Director will partner with others in the District and community to develop a nutrition program that meets customer satisfaction, community values and District administrative expectations. The Director is responsible for giving proper strategic directions and implementing a high-quality vision for the program.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
    1. Master's degree in Management, Administration and Supervision, Nutrition or Public Health required.
    2. ServSafe certification and/or Food Handlers License required.
    3. Five (5) or more years of experience in the management of large- scale food service unit involving the preparation of foods in large quantities. Supervisory and financial management experience in school or institutional food service operation.
    4. Transparent and high integrity leadership.
    5. Solid hands on budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision making and reporting.
    6. Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.
    7. Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
    8. Superb computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).

    BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    1. Provide leadership in implementing a district wide food service program that focuses on customer satisfaction, nutritional integrity and product quality.
    2. Responsible for the fiscal integrity of program.
    3. Supervise the maintenance of departmental records and files.
    4. Establish measurable program goals and annual objectives.
    5. Develop and monitor annual program budget.
    6. Prepare and develop food service staff positions descriptions including recommended qualifications.
    7. Advise the School Business Administrator on food and nutrition related policy development and present when necessary to the Board.
    8. Use problem solving and conflict resolution techniques to facilitate organizational change.
    9. Provide recommendations for food service labor agreement and participate on the labor negotiation team.
    10. Responsible for monitoring the process for recruiting, hiring and training food services employees and per diems.
    11. Responsible for recruiting, interviewing and retention of competent and qualified food service management team. Supervise Sr. Nutrition Coordinators and office staff.
    12. Utilize technology and information systems to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the food service operation.
    13. Strategic planning and implementation.
    14. Implement equipment preventive maintenance plan.
    15. Implement a cost effective procurement and inventory control system.
    16. Develop purchasing guidelines to ensure purchased food and supplies are compliant with Child Nutrition, customer preference, district needs, policies and nutritional objectives.
    17. Prepare request for proposals.
    18. Review and approve contracts for services.
    19. Research industry trends to assure development of cost effective menus that maintain nutritional integrity and program guidelines.
    20. Oversee the implementation of HACCP and BIOSECURITY Plan to reduce the risk of food related illness.
    21. Integrate employee safety requirements into the food service operation.
    22. Follow code of ethics in procurement, handling of confidential information and personal conduct.
    23. Monitor the health, sanitary and safety conditions of food service operations.
    24. Ensures the proper preparation, serving and storage of food items.
    25. Assure compliance with regulatory agency guidelines and policies.
    26. Provides input in food service facility design and remodeling.
    27. Communicate with administrators, District personnel and contractors to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information; works with community groups, media and students to increase understanding and support for the program.
    28. Perform other duties and tasks assigned by supervisor.

    KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
    1. Knowledge of Child Nutrition Program and food safety regulations.
    2. Knowledge of personnel management and labor relations.
    3. Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.
    4. Ability to interface and engage diverse populations.
    5. Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff.
    6. Ability to assess program needs, develop long range goals, and annual objectives.
    7. Ability to apply the principles of financial management in the development and monitoring of annual program budgets.
    8. Ability to establish menu planning guidelines which meets the nutritional requirements of the program, including customer satisfaction and budgetary parameters.
    9. Ability to develop and maintain a system of food and supply procurement that aligns with purchasing requirements and the needs of the program.
    10. Ability to facilitate development of systems which ensure compliance with current Food Code, HACCP and Bio Security requirements.
    11. Knowledge of food service equipment and the principles of kitchen layouts and design.
    12. Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationship.
    13. Ability to apply a variety of problem solving and conflict resolution techniques to successfully manage organizational change.
    14. Knowledge and ability to support nutrition education and wellness initiatives.
    15. Knowledge of dietary requirements for children with special needs, including children with life threatening food allergies.
    16. Ability to apply marketing techniques to promote the program.

    REPORTS TO: School Business Administrator

    SALARY, EMPLOYMENT PERIOD AND UNION AFFILIATION
    1. Salary: Compensation is competitive and based on experience. The expected salary range for this position is from $110,000 - $125,000.
    2. Employment Period: Twelve (12) Months
    3. Union Affiliation: Unaffiliated

    HOW TO APPLY
    Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

    OPENING AND CLOSING DATE
    Opening Date: October 31, 2022
    Closing Date: November 14, 2022 or until filled

    THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN
    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
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Director of Food and Nutrition
  • New York State School Boards Association
  • Newark, NJ FULL_TIME
  • District/Company: Newark Board of Education Location: 765 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Position Description: The Director of Food and Nutrition Services is responsible for the overall manage...
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Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • Medical Director Services PC
  • Newark, NJ FULL_TIME
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Office Assistant
  • GardenHill Funeral Director Service, Inc.
  • Orange, NJ PART_TIME,TEMPORARY
  • Record keeping Errands Driver’s license Flexible Professional Attire Communication Skills Job Types: Part-time, Temporary Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 20 per week Schedul...
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Body Removal Technician
  • GardenHill Funeral Director Service, Inc.
  • Irvington, NJ TEMPORARY,PART_TIME
  • Responsible for the care, removal, and transport of deceased. Safely and courteously, drives company owned vehicles. Maintains company vehicles cleanliness. Professional appearance and business suit r...
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Sales Territory Manager
  • Nutrition for Longevity
  • Morristown, NJ FULL_TIME
  • About Our Company: Nutrition for Longevity (N4L) is a fast-growing Nutri-tech company focusing on Medically/Culturally Tailored Home Delivery Meals. N4L utilizes the fresh produce from local farms in ...
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Workforce Development Administrative Assistant
  • Community FoodBank of New Jersey
  • Hillside, NJ
  • Join our team and become a part of something bigger, a force for change in the fight against hunger. The Community FoodB...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Cook (Newark NJ)
  • Covenant House of NJ
  • Newark, NJ
  • Job Description The Cook provides high-quality food preparation by ensuring the nutritional needs of the youth are met w...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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CF - Jersey City - Direct Care Worker
  • Modivcare
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Competitive Rates up to $20 per hour (Rates vary with experience, case difficulty, hours/week an employee commits to wor...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Director of Residential Services
  • Tandym Group
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • A non-profit organization in New Jersey is looking to add a new Assistant Director of Residential Services to their grow...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Director of Residential Services
  • Tandym Group
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • A non-profit organization in New Jersey is looking to add a new Assistant Director of Residential Services to their grow...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Director of Infrastructure
  • Community FoodBank of New Jersey
  • Hillside, NJ
  • Join our team and become a part of something bigger - a force for change in the fight against hunger. The Community Food...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Director of Application
  • Community FoodBank of New Jersey
  • Hillside, NJ
  • Join our team and become a part of something bigger - a force for change in the fight against hunger. The Community Food...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Early Learning Center Head Teacher
  • THE PLACE FOR LEARNING
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Job Description Job Description Job Summary Plans individual and group curriculum and activities to stimulate age-approp...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Newark, New Jersey

Newark (/ˈnjuːərk/,[24] locally /njʊərk/)[25] is the most populous city in the U.S. state of New Jersey and the seat of Essex County.[26] As one of the nation's major air, shipping, and rail hubs, the city had a population of 285,154 in 2017, making it the nation's 70th-most populous municipality, after being ranked 63rd in the nation in 2000. Settled in 1666 by Puritans from New Haven Colony, Newark is one of the oldest cities in the United States. Its location at the mouth of the Passaic River (where it flows into Newark Bay) has made the city's waterfront an integral part of the Port of New...
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