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Assistant Director of School Nutrition

DIANE WRIGHT INNOVATION CENTER
Hiram, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/17/2026

Thank you for your interest in our Assistant Director of School Nutrition position

 

Job Summary:
The Assistant Director of School Nutrition is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a Office/School environment, overseen by Director of School Nutrition, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.

 

All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.

 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Assistant Nutrition Director

Salary Schedule: CLSJ

Department: School Nutrition

Job Code: 663051

Reports To: Director of School Nutrition Services

Work Schedule: Annual/8 hours per day

Grade/Level:  ASSTD

FLSA: Exempt

Primary Function:   Assist the Director in supervising the implementation of program standards to ensure nutritionally sound programs which comply with all local, state, and federal regulations. Record keeping and ability to produce reports along with basic understanding of required software. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

 

Working Conditions:                                                                  Physical Demands:

Office environment

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

Constant interruptions

Hearing and speaking to exchange information

 

Seeing to read a variety of materials

 

Sitting and standing for extended periods of time

 

Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

 

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required with (Masters preferred) food service management, nutrition, dietetics, culinary arts, family and consumer science

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in school nutrition, food service industry, dietetics, culinary arts or family and consumer science.

Excellent communication and organization skills; holds a current Georgia drivers license and has reliable transportation

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

 

Essential Functions:

1.

Assists in the planning, organization, hiring, and day-to-day operations of the School Nutrition Department

2.

Responsible for the development and implementation of a grade specific menu system that meets all Federal regulations and SNP quality standards.

3.

Coordinates the evaluation of food products and the tasting/development of recipes based upon nutritional standards with an emphasis on quality, cost, customer preference, and ease of preparation.

4.

Attends/conducts required local, district, state and national meetings, workshops, and training sessions necessary to meet program needs.  Meets USDA's Professional Standards training requirements.

5.

Responsible for a-la-carte program to include menu, sales, and marketing

6.

Assists with the development and administration of the department budget

7.

Attends school and community events to recruit potential employees for the School Nutrition Department

8.

Assists with annual program reviews in all schools and makes commendations and/or recommendations related to improvements

9.

Develops and implements comprehensive marketing plan for SNP program.

10.

Works with department employees and local school personnel regarding student/staff safety processes.

11.

Assists in the development/implementation of Food Service procedures, software, management information systems, and regularly communicates with all staff.

12.

Serves as liaison between department personnel, parents, district employees and the public at large

13.

Attends appropriate professional development programs and develops educational professional learning for SNP dept staff.

14.

Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee

 

 

Applicants will be selected for interview.  Please do not contact local schools. 

  • It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
  • Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days.  Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. 
  • The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.

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