Director of Nutrition Services

Alpine School District

$110K — $171K *
Aspen, CO 81611In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's preferred
  • 5 years of experience in school nutrition
  • 2 years of management experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of food and nutrition programs
  • Experience with budgeting and financial management

Responsibilities

  • Direct food and nutrition programs and services
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders to maintain services
  • Oversee department operations and program implementation
  • Inspect cafeterias for health and safety compliance
  • Monitor budget allocations and expenditures
  • Facilitate meetings and workshops for district-wide input
  • Perform personnel functions including staffing and evaluation

Benefits

  • 242-day contract with 24 vacation days
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Potential for leadership within district programs
  • Access to a collaborative educational community
  • Supportive environment for innovation and program improvement
Full Job Description
Position Type:
Administration/Director

Date Posted:
8/6/2026

Location:
Aspen Peaks School District

Date Available:
07/01/2027
Director of Nutrition Services
242 Day Contract, 24 vacation days
The start date will be July 1, 2027

Hours a day: 8
Salary: $110,684 - $171,657 Depending on qualifications and experience.

Contact Information:


Purpose Statement
The job of Director of Nutrition Services is done for the purpose/s of directing food and nutrition programs and services; providing information and serving as a resource to others; achieving defined objectives by planning, evaluating, developing, implementing and maintaining services in compliance with established guidelines; and serving as a member of the leadership team.

Essential Functions
  • Collaborates with internal and external personnel (e.g. other administrators, auditors, public agencies, community members, etc.) for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining services and programs.
  • Directs department operations; the maintenance of services and the implementation of new programs and/or processes for the purpose of providing services within established timeframes and in compliance with related requirements.
  • Facilitates meetings and workshops, etc. for the purpose of identifying issues, developing recommendations, supporting other staff, and serving as a District representative.
  • Inspects cafeterias for the purpose of ensuring healthful and sanitary conditions.
  • Manages a wide variety of programs for the purpose of ensuring district compliance with established guidelines.
  • Monitors budget allocations, expenditures, fund balances and related financial activities for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate, revenues are recorded, expenses are within budget limits and/or fiscal practices are followed.
  • Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
  • Performs personnel functions (e.g. interviewing, evaluating, supervising, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel and achieving objectives within budget.
  • Presents information (e.g. budget overviews, accounting processes, distribution formulas, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, gaining feedback and ensuring adherence to established internal controls.
  • Recommends new hires, promotions, termination and transfers for the purpose of maintaining staffing needs and productivity of the work force.
  • Researches a variety of topics (e.g. new products, safety and health requirements, laws, regulations, etc.) for the purpose of recommending purchases, contracts and maintaining district wide services.


Other Functions
  • Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring efficient operations.


Experience: 5 years of School Nutrition. 2 years of management preferred.
Education: Bachelor's degree in job-related area. Master's Degree preferred.

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