Director of Student Nutrition (Enrollment 10,000 +)

You seek genuine interactions with students. You anticipate their needs, bringing creative programs that enhance the wellbeing of all you serve.

*Relocation Assistance Available & $10,000 Sign On Bonus*

Sodexo has an exciting career opportunity for a Director of Student Nutrition for the Dublin City School District in Dublin, OH. The Director of Student Nutrition manages all contract management service operations at a single account/unit. Plans and supervises special functions. Maintains cash control and payroll records. Hires and trains unit personnel. Maintains customer satisfaction and good public relations. Senior-most person assigned to a one client account.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual that is an experienced K12 Manager/Operator with innovative ideas within the K-12 environment. This has been a growing account and we are looking for an individual that can manage the operation and have a strong focus on client/student/parent relationships, along with strong marketing prowess. The ideal candidate would have previous NSLP experience and a strong knowledge of our current financial systems. This a great opportunity to take this account to the next level and grow your experience for future success.

The successful candidate will: 

• have oversight of day-to-day operations;
• deliver high quality food service;
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals; 
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships;
• develop strategic plans;
• create a positive environment; and/or
• ensure Sodexo standards are met.
• K12 Experience is highly preferred. 
• Bachelors Degree is a requirement. 

The successful candidate will:

• Develop strategic plans
• Create a positive environment
• Deliver high quality food service
• Ensure Sodexo standards are met
• Have oversight of day-to-day operations
• Achieve company and client financial targets and goals
• Develop and maintain client and customer relationships

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who: 

• Have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively
• Can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills and passion for a high level of customer service
• Prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed
• Demonstrate working knowledge of Sodexo Food Management Systems (FMS & DRIVE) The Market Connection (TMC) and is proficient in computer skills and report management experience preferred. (not applicable to external candidates)  

Position Summary

Directs all contract management service operations at a single account/unit. Plans and supervises special functions. Maintains cash control and payroll records. Hires and trains unit personnel. Maintains customer satisfaction and good public relations. Manages through managers and is accountable for the contract. Senior-most person assigned to a one client account.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement – Bachelor’s degree

Basic Management Experience – 5 years

Basic Functional Experience – 4 years’ experience in management of school nutrition programs