Director, Child Nutrition Operations at KIPP

About KIPP TX Public Schools 

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career, and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you!

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni.

ABOUT THE ROLE : 

The Operations Director, Child Nutrition –will oversee the operational execution of the Child  Nutrition Program (CNP) across all KIPP Texas regions. This leader will directly supervise  regional leads, ensuring the highest standards of meal service, compliance, and efficiency. The  role requires quarterly travel to each region and regular attendance at professional conferences  throughout the school year. 

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES 

Leadership & Team Management 

• Directly supervise and develop regional Child Nutrition leads, fostering a culture of  excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. 

• Serve as the primary operational liaison between the Senior Director and regional  teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment with KIPP Texas’s mission and  goals.

• Lead regular meetings and professional development for regional leads, sharing best  practices and driving consistency across regions. 

Operational Oversight 

• Ensure daily meal service operations (breakfast, lunch, snack, supper) are executed  reliably and in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. 

• Identify, implement, and monitor process improvements that standardize operations,  drive efficiencies, and enhance meal quality and service. 

• Oversee the implementation and adherence to standard operating procedures, policies,  and accountability systems. 

• Collaborate with facilities and construction teams to support CNP expansion and  operational readiness for new campuses. 

Performance Management 

• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational excellence,  compliance, and participation rates. 

• Conduct regular site visits and audits to assess program quality and operational fidelity. • Support the Senior Director in managing the annual performance review process for  regional leads. 

Compliance & Reporting 

• Ensure all regions maintain full compliance with USDA, TDA, and other regulatory  agencies. 

• Prepare and submit required operational reports, audits, and documentation in a timely  manner. 

Professional Development & Representation 

• Attend and represent KIPP Texas CNP at state and national conferences throughout the  school year.  

• Stay current with best practices and regulatory changes in school nutrition, sharing  relevant updates and training with regional teams.

Travel 

• Travel quarterly to each KIPP Texas region (Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San  Antonio) for site visits, training, and operational support. 

• Travel for CNP Conferences

Personal Attributes 

• Unquestioned integrity, passion, and commitment to the mission of KIPP Texas. • Large scale K-12 program food knowledge.  

• Highly organized, resourceful, and able to manage multiple priorities. • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing  teams. 

• Solutions-oriented, flexible, and able to adapt to changing circumstances. • Willingness to travel regularly and work non-traditional hours as needed. 

Work Environment 

● Reports to school site Monday-Friday. 

● Typical school environment with frequent interruptions. 

● This role is based in the Austin region.  

● Kitchen and cafeteria environments. 

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training: 

Experience & Background 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. 

• 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in school nutrition, food service, or  related operations. 

• Demonstrated success managing multi-site or geographically dispersed teams. • Strong knowledge of USDA/TDA child nutrition program regulations and best practices. • Experience implementing operational systems, process improvements, and  accountability tools.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and relevant productivity tools. Physical Requirements:  

● The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an  employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable  accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. ● Considerable time is spent at a desk using a computer/laptop 

● Standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Physical Requirements:  

● The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an  employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable  accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

● Considerable time is spent at a desk using a computer/laptop 

● Standing and walking for extended periods of time. 

Compensation and Benefits

The starting salary for this position is $90,000 and placement in the salary range is commensurate upon experience and internal equity.

As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas’ benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, and disability plans.

KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.