Assistant Director of Operations -Child Nutrition Department

Job Overview The Assistant Director of Operations provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the district's Child Nutrition Program, ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-quality food service across all campuses. This position supports the Director in the development and implementation of policies, standardized procedures, and student focused menu offerings that meet all regulatory requirements. The Assistant Director supervises Child Nutrition Supervisors and training initiatives while leading personnel management, staffing, and professional development to ensure consistent performance, food safety, and financial stewardship. This role ensures compliance with sanitation standards, monitors kitchen operations and equipment functionality, and supports stakeholder engagement through advisory groups and department events. Through collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, the Assistant Director advances the mission of providing safe, nutritious, and appealing meals to all students. Position Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities Food Service Operations and Policy Oversee and support daily campus kitchen operations through direct supervision of Child Nutrition Supervisors Implement and monitor departmental policies, procedures, and standardized operating practices, as established by the Director, including kitchen SOPs, dress code standards, handbooks, and safety policies Ensure the accurate and timely completion of required operational and compliance records, including Edit Checks, Accountability Reports, Food Production Records, HACCP documentation, and related logs Support menu implementation by assisting with standardized recipes, portion control, food quality, and regulatory compliance Assist with menu planning execution and annual commodity utilization as directed Coordinate and implement product testing,