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Company: B&M Catering Co. | clambakeco.com Location: 560 York Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02861
Compensation: $80,000–$85,000 base + commission + performance incentives + potential
equity
Job Summary
This role blends operational leadership, nutrition program oversight, and revenue-driving
sales strategy. The ideal candidate is both relationship-oriented and performance-driven,
capable of managing complex school meal programs while also leading a high-performing event
sales function.
You will oversee approximately 7,500 daily school meals, manage charter school partnerships
and compliance, while also driving event sales growth across corporate, social, and
wedding markets.
Key Responsibilities
School Partnerships & Nutrition Program Leadership
● Serve as the primary point of contact for charter school clients, building strong, long-term
relationships
● Develop, negotiate, and manage school contracts, including renewals, pricing, and
service expectations
● Lead onboarding and implementation of new school programs
● Oversee federal and state reimbursement processes, ensuring accurate claims,
documentation, and audit readiness
● Ensure compliance with USDA Food & Nutrition Service and National School Lunch
Program (NSLP) requirements
● Collaborate with the Executive Chef on 21-day rotating menu development
● Manage dietary accommodations and special nutrition needs
● Stay current on Rhode Island and federal child nutrition regulations
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Business, Public Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
2–5+ years of experience in school nutrition programs, food service contract management, or government reimbursement programs (CACFP, NSLP, SBP, SFSP, SMP, RIDE)
Registered Dietitian (RD) credential strongly preferred
Knowledge of federal and state child nutrition program compliance requirements
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data/records management systems
Preferred:
Experience working with charter schools or K–12 food service operations
Experience using the Health E Pro software program. This is what we use to facilitate menu compliance at the state and federal levels.
Familiarity with Rhode Island child nutrition program requirements
Background in catering or high-volume food service environments
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple accounts and competing deadlines
Soft Skills We're Looking For
Assertive and confident communicator
Highly organized with strong time management
Proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
Work Environment
Office-based in Pawtucket, RI with regular field visits to partner charter schools
Collaborative team environment working closely with kitchen, operations, and school staff
Monday–Friday schedule; no weekends required
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