EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, FOOD & NUTRITION SERVICES

Broward County Public Schools
Fort Lauderdale, FL
POSITION GOAL

To implement nutritionally adequate and fiscally responsible school Food & Nutrition Services Programs and to assure that schools are operating in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

The Executive Director, Food & Nutrition Services shall carry out the essential performance responsibilities listed below:

  • Supervise staff as assigned in the performance of job duties.
  • Plan, organize, and administer the functions of the Food & Nutrition Services Department.
  • Develop and implement a system to provide for the control, administration, supervision, and operation of a cost-effective food service program for individual schools and the district.
  • Develop and revise job descriptions to meet functionality requirements for the Department. Utilize District job descriptions when allowable.
  • Provide leadership and direction to Food & Nutrition Services Staff, including staff selection, development, evaluation, and corrective action consistent with Board policies.
  • Develop and implement a menu system which complies with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) nutritional guidelines
  • Oversee the utilization of United States Department of Agriculture meal programs USDA Commodities Program and all other required reports pertaining to the food service operations.
  • Implement and assure compliance with federal and state guidelines for the free and reduced meal benefits program which includes establishing and monitoring records and record maintaining procedures at the District office.
  • Develop an annual budget which reflects required funding for revenue including meals minus food items and supplies, operating expenses, including salaries, and equipment for the food and nutrition services program.
  • Approve expenditures for food, salaries, operating expenses, and equipment provided for in the annual budget.
  • Direct the administration of payroll and timekeeping for Food and Nutrition Services Staff.
  • Establish and implement a system for the purchase of food and nonfood items; develop specifications for bidding, delivery of food, equipment, and supplies for all schools in compliance with School Board policies.
  • Develop and implement a system to provide facilities and equipment which meet maximum health and safety standards necessary for the efficient and effective operation of the Food & Nutrition Services Program, which includes coordination with the Physical Plant Operations (PPO).
  • Evaluate the individual school’s food service facilities and operations to determine their effectiveness in meeting student nutritional needs and make recommendations for improvements when necessary.
  • Identify, evaluate, and recommend for purchase new technology that will enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Food & Nutrition Services Department.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

  • An earned bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the field related to the title of the position.
  • Computer skills as required for the position.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

  • Degree majors include nutrition, administrative dietetics, or institutional food management or a field related to the title of the position.
  • Experience in a high-volume multi-facility food service operation, five (5) years of which must be at the supervisory level.
  • Bilingual skills.

SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose

Work with school staff, district staff, United States Department of Agriculture (U.S.D.A) Florida Department of Agriculture (FLDOA) in implementing nutrition programs, policies, and procedures in accordance with the reauthorizations, public law, and District priorities.

Physical Requirements

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.

Link To Job Description

To review this position's complete job description, access the following website: and search by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: D-004

LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFOR

Advertisement Window: 02/26/2026 - Open Until Filled

Work Calendar: 244 Day Cal

Classification: Exempt

Compensation:

Educational Support Management Association of Broward, INC. (ESMAB)

PAY BAND E - $107,981.00 - $194,889.00
Posted 2026-02-27

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