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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

 

FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR / NUTRITION SERVICES DIRECTOR

The Marion Center Area School District is seeking a highly motivated and organized professional to serve as its Food Service Director/Nutrition Services Director. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the District's food and nutrition services program, ensuring students receive safe, nutritious, and appealing meals while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

 

Position Overview

The Food Service Director will provide leadership and supervision for all District food service operations, including menu planning, budgeting, purchasing, inventory management, USDA Child Nutrition Program administration, staff supervision, food safety compliance, and financial management.

 

Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible food service management experience, preferably in a school or institutional setting.
  • Knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Programs, food safety regulations, budgeting, purchasing, inventory control, and personnel management.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience supervising staff and managing operational budgets.

Preferred qualifications include Registered Dietitian credentials, School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) certification, and experience with PEARS, PrimeroEdge, and USDA Commodity Programs.

 

Responsibilities Include

  • Directing all district-wide food service operations.
  • Developing nutritious and compliant menus.
  • Managing the Food Service budget and financial reporting.
  • Supervising and evaluating food service personnel.
  • Administering USDA Child Nutrition Programs.
  • Managing purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships.
  • Ensuring compliance with all health, sanitation, and nutrition regulations.
  • Preparing reports for district administration, state agencies, and the Board of School Directors.

 

Position Details

  • Full-Time Position
  • 210-Day Work Year
  • Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
  • Start Date: To Be Determined

 

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit:

  • Letter of Interest
  • Resume
  • Standard PA School Application (if applicable)
  • Three Professional References
  • Copies of Required Certifications, Clearances, and Credentials

 

Applications should be submitted to:

Mr. Clint Weimer, Superintendent
Marion Center Area School District
PO Box 156
Marion Center, PA 15759

Email: [email protected]

Applications will be accepted through June 29, 2026

Employment Opportunities

Substitute Guest Teachers

The Marion Center Area School District is seeking individuals with a Bachelor's degree to substitute teach.  If you have a bachelor's degree, like working with children, and are looking for a way to earn money, please contact the Education Office at 724-397-5551 Ext. 5408 for more information.  If you are looking for an employment option that is flexible and matches your child's schedule, this is it. 

 

Day-To-Day Substitutes

The Marion Center School District is actively seeking highly qualified individuals for day-to-day substitute positions for Teachers, Secretaries, Instructional Assistants, LPNs/RNs, Food Service, and Custodial positions.  Learn More & Apply 

 

School District Hiring Policy

The Marion Center Area School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of permanent and substitute employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Marion Center Area School Board of Directors has adopted a District Hiring Policy aligned with state statutes. In -accordance with the Marion Center Area School District's Hiring Policies and Procedures, applications will only be accepted if and when an opening exists and shall be kept on file until the position is filled. Marion Center Area School District will no longer maintain an ongoing active file of applicants. Advertising for a specific opening will create an applicant pool when an open position occurs within the district.

Adopted 4/21/2003