Food Service Position Assistant Director of Food and Nutrition

Job Description:

Welcome to Vernon Public Schools: where students learn, achieve, and succeed!

Description: Assist the Director of Food & Nutrition in leading the districts food service program in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and requirements including public health and safety, under the guidance of the Director.

Salary and Benefits: The salary range is $70,000-$75,000 based on experience with a competitive benefits package. Position available immediately and open until filled.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in nutrition, food science, agriculture or related field and two to three years of professional experience related to program specialization; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Familiarity with social media platforms and management, specifically Instagram and Facebook
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Vernon Board of Education may find appropriate

Preferred Qualifications:

• ServSafe Certification
• A passion for community, food systems, agriculture, and youth leadership development
• A clear understanding of farm-to-schools potential to impact community food systems, agriculture, and education
• Relevant volunteer or work experience in both a school setting and also as a farmer/gardener to better relate to farm-to-school from both sides

Working Conditions:

• Interaction among children
• Repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writing
• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, read, hear, see, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb and stoops
• Frequent interruption of duties by staff, students, visitors and/or telephone
• Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and/or pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds

Start Date: 6/22/2026

Application Procedure: Apply online by visiting www.vernonpublicschools.org - Click Apply Now! Please ensure that you hold the proper education and certification for this position AND provide all materials required for the application process (cover letter, resume, certifications & transcripts where applicable, and three letters of recommendation).

Posting closing date: 6/23/2026

Vernon Public Schools is seeking talented and passionate educators to join our team. By recruiting a diverse faculty and staff that is more representative of the experiences and backgrounds of students, we diversify our workforce, decrease opportunity gaps, and improve outcomes for all our students. Our commitment to equity allows us to achieve our Mission to ensure that every student can become an independent learner and a productive contributor to society.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vernon Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.