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Child Nutrition Services (CNS) Area Administrator

Child Nutrition Services

Rock Quarry Rd. Office Complex, Raleigh, NC

Administrator Band 4

Exempt

No

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is not available for a Hybrid Telework workweek

Supervises child nutrition programs in assigned schools within Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) and provides internal operations support by managing specialized functions within CNS, including independent leadership to identify, coordinate, and execute program changes to improve the program. Monitors school dining operations to ensure daily compliance with local, state, and federal policies, regulations, and best practices for sanitation, safety, financial/resource management, and general program operations.

• Extensive knowledge of basic principles of nutrition, quantity food production, and food service equipment;
• Extensive knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements for child nutrition school-based and related field positions;
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
• Excellent customer service skills;
• Effective time management and organizational skills;
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills;
• Excellent leadership skills with considerable ability to foster teamwork;
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot Point of Sale systems;
• Ability to minimize errors with attention to detail;
• Ability to maintain proper records for accountability;
• Ability to complete tasks independently;
• Ability to design and deliver trainings and presentations to adults in both large and small group settings;
• Ability to assess program needs and develop short-term and long-term goals and plans;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff and parents/guardians.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in food management, business, or related field;
• Two years of experience in a food service supervisory role; OR
• Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license according to the State of NC requirements;
• Hold and maintain certification in food service sanitation or obtain certification within three months of hire.

• Registered Dietitian or Nutritionist;
• Multi-unit management experience;
• Experience in K-12 nutrition program operations;
• Fundamental understanding of local, state, and federal regulations governing Child Nutrition Programs (National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Summer Food Service Program).

This position operates in a professional office and school environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, and food preparation equipment. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff and staff members of external agencies, and the community. Work is considered moderately heavy physical work, requiring the exertion of up to 40 pounds of force. All employees are expected to request assistance, when needed, and work collaboratively. Must be able to work in an office and food preparation environment and come into direct contact with school system staff, students, external agencies, vendors, parents, and the community. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment as travel within Wake County is required.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 8/2026

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.