Description
Child Nutrition Specialist I/ Farm to School Specialist I
Best to Apply By 9/13/26. Position Open Until Filled.
ESD 113 learns from and cares for our staff, schools, students, families, and the land, works alongside communities to build pathways that expand opportunity, and acts with collective purpose to advance educational justice.
The Child Nutrition Co- Op is looking to fill a position which performs the duties of a Child Nutrition Specialist I and a Farm to School Specialist I. Strong candidates for this position will have experience performing the duties of each position, which are outlined in the job descriptions below. This is a new position that could expand as the cooperative grows.
Position is scheduled for between 210-260 days/year, 8 hours/day. Final schedule will be determined by program need at hire.
Position is grant funded and has a projected duration of one year, and may be extended longer than one year dependent upon grant renewal.
Benefits include Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance; FSA/DCAP; Life/AD&D Insurance; LTD Insurance; EAP; Retirement; DCP; Annual Leave, Sick Leave Holiday Pay and Personal Leave.
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST APPLY DIRECTLY ON THE ESD 113 JOB SITE BY USING THE LINK BELOW:
https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/ESD113/opening/201785
Requirements
Purpose Statement
The job of Child Nutrition Specialist I is done for the purpose/s of working directly with School District Foodservice personnel, offering support for implementing healthy school meal programs, following USDA, Federal, and state school regulations.
Essential Functions
Team Collaboration Collaborates with departmental coworkers for the purpose of creating a cohesive team environment.
Recipe and Menu Development Develops healthy recipes and menus using nutrient analysis software for the purpose of Federal nutrition standards.
Training Sessions Facilitates weekly/monthly training sessions with other staff members for the purpose of sharing and gathering information.
Staff Training Development Identifies training needs, develops curriculum, and delivers ongoing training and assistance to school nutrition staff for the purpose of improving knowledge and understanding of the SBP/NSLP.
School Foodservice Program Leadership Leads school foodservice programs in improving menu quality for the purpose of meeting the district Wellness policy.
Scratch Cooking Support Provides support to districts in scratch cooking for the purpose of increasing their abilities to provide nutritious meals to students.
Travel Requirements Travels, as needed, (e.g. school districts, child nutrition events, etc.) for the purpose of performing the essential functions of the position.
Education and Experience Requirements
Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
Equivalency: Associates degree preferred in nutrition, dietetics or food service management OR certified nutrition counselor or dietitian assistant certification.
Certificates and Licenses:
Valid Driver's License and Evidence of Insurability
Food Handler's Certification
