At Prairie Valley School Division, we strive to inspire lifelong learners and engaged citizens. We prioritize a sense of Belonging , embracing equity, diversity, and inclusion for all to succeed. We believe in Collaboration , engaging in meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and open, transparent communication.

Finally, we thrive on Curiosity , continuously inspiring excellence, growth and improvement fueled by innovation, creativity and courage. If you are looking for a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can have a positive impact on student success and our school communities, we invite you to apply for the Nutrition Coordinator position at Balcarres Community School in the community of Balcarres .

Balcarres Community

School offers Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 programming to an enrolment of approximately 260 students. This is a temporary full-time position that will commence as soon as possible and ends on December 18, 2026, or upon return of incumbent, whichever is earlier. The school Nutrition Coordinator is responsible for managing school food service in schools with specific responsibilities for preparing and serving a balanced and healthy range of food items in a clean and organized food service environment.

The Nutrition

Coordinator ensures respectful, positive and skilled food services to students, staff and community members. Promote and support healthy eating and good nutrition through proactive menu planning and safe food preparation/handling/distribution. Proactively and thoroughly complete required daily, weekly, monthly and annual cleaning of food service area(s)



and equipment (including preventative maintenance) complying with current health standards.

Source and purchase inventory items, manage inventory efficiently, identify food and supplies to be ordered and maintain manual and electronic files and records. Assist the School-based Administrator in managing and monitoring the nutrition budget, including pricing items, collecting and handling cash and/or vouchers, and prudently purchasing supplies and groceries. In situations where Commercial Cooking and/or Food Studies courses are incorporated into the operation of the canteen/servery and purchasing of supplies, work in collaboration with and seek input from instructional staff, and work with students in a non-supervisory capacity.

Safe Food Handling

Course required. Certificate or diploma as a Food Service Worker or related discipline would be an asset.

Experience managing kitchen operations and inventories in a commercial food delivery environment is a definite asset. Demonstrated ability to plan, prepare and serve large-scale meals. Knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation standards and safe food handling practices. Ability to safely use and operate kitchen equipment. Ability to perform basic food sales and purchasing functions. Ability to manage confidential material and maintain staff and student privacy.

Hourly rate range: $100% employer paid health benefits plan. ~ Employer matched pension plan. ~ Nutrition Coordinators are not scheduled to work during school vacation periods including the summer break. ~ Additional working conditions, leave provisions and other benefits are described in the CUPE Agreement.

📌 Temporary full-time (8 hrs per day) Nutrition Coordinator (Balcarres)
🏢 Prairie Valley School Division
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