8 Hour Per Day Nutrition Services Coordinator - Location to be determined

Bethel School District is seeking qualified applicants for an 8 hour per day Kitchen Coordinator for the Nutrition Services program.

Bethel Schools are committed to creating safe, caring, mutually respectful environments where all students are honored and valued for their diverse cultural backgrounds, strengths and abilities in every instructional practice and school activity to support academic achievement and student success.

Job Summary

The Nutrition Services Coordinator coordinates daily kitchen operations for the Bethel School District by organizing workflow, coordinating Nutrition Services Workers' daily activities, and participating in meal preparation and service.  The position maintains required records and supports compliance with USDA, Oregon Department of Education, District, and Nutrition Services policies, procedures, and food safety standards.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The duties listed below are illustrative of the work performed by employees in this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties within the scope of the classification as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the District.

• Coordinates daily kitchen operations and workflow to ensure efficient meal production and service
• Organizes daily work activities and works alongside the Nutrition Services Worker to support efficient kitchen operations
• Fosters a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen culture by modeling professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and excellent customer service.
• Provides guidance, coaching, and on-the-job training in department procedures and established work practices.
• Prepares and serves meals that meet USDA, Oregon Department of Education, District, and Nutrition Services requirements for quality, food safety, compliance, and presentation.

• Monitors meal service to ensure food quality, portion control, customer service, and efficient operations.
• Orders food and supplies, maintains inventory, rotates stock, and minimizes waste.
• Receives deliveries and verifies products received.
• Maintains production records, inventory records, meal counts, temperature logs, and other required documentation.
• Ensures kitchen facilities, equipment, storage, and serving areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.

• Implements District, Nutrition Services, USDA, and Oregon Department of Education policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Communicates operational concerns, workflow needs, and training opportunities to the Nutrition Services Director.

• Supports and models positive teamwork and effective communication within the kitchen.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of commercial kitchen operations, food preparation, and kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, allergen management, HACCP principles, and safe food handling practices.
• Knowledge of USDA and Oregon Department of Education nutrition program requirements.
• Ability to coordinate daily workflow and organize work priorities.
• Ability to provide guidance, coaching, and support using positive communication and collaboration.
• Ability to use sound judgment, work effectively under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare required reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, supervisors, and vendors.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when working with sensitive information, records, personnel matters, student information, and District operations in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and District policies.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain regular, reliable attendance and report to work consistently and punctually to fulfill the essential functions of the position.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience equivalent to a Nutrition Services Worker involving meal preparation and kitchen operations.
• Any satisfactory combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand independently on kitchen floor surfaces for extended periods (up to 6-8 hours daily)
• Use safe lifting and material-handling techniques
• Able to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Frequently bends, reaches, twists, stoops, and performs repetitive hand and arm motions.
• Works in varying temperatures, including hot kitchens, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers.

Certificates/Licenses

• Possession of a valid Oregon Food Handler Card upon hire.

Upon offer of employment applicants must obtain a fingerprint clearance from the Oregon Department of Education through a process authorized by the Bethel School District. Applicants would be responsible for the one-time fingerprint clearance fee.

For information regarding this position, please email Catherine Panfilio, Nutrition Services Director catherine.panfilio@bethel.k12.or.us

To apply, please follow the link to TalentEd School Spring.

Bilingual candidates and candidates experienced in working with bilingual students and families will receive preferential consideration.

If you are an in-district employee and wish to be considered for this position, please complete the internal application through TalentEd SchoolSpring by 4:00 p.m., on October 20, 2026.

CLOSING DATE:  Open until filled

Bethel School District 52 complies with provisions of the various civil rights laws, such as the Fair Employment Practices Act, Title IX regulations, and Section 504 of PL93.112 in employment and educational programs and activities.

POSITION AVAILABLE                 PLEASE POST IMMEDIATELY

4640 Barger Drive, Eugene, OR 97402  l  Phone: (541) 689-3280  l  Fax: (541) 689-0719  l  www.bethel.k12.or.us

Salary : $20 - $26