Sycamore Community Schools is thrilled to announce the hiring of Liz Wellman as the new Child Nutrition Services Director. Wellman brings a proven track record of managing and enhancing school food service operations, having started her career at Sycamore.

"We are excited to welcome Liz Wellman back to our team as the Child Nutrition Services Director," said Chad Lewis, superintendent. "Her expertise will undoubtedly strengthen our efforts to provide nutritious meals that support the well-being and academic success of our students. We are confident that Liz's leadership will enhance the overall dining experience within our district."

Previously, Wellman served as the Food Service Director at Fairfield City School District from 2020 to the present. In this role, she successfully supervised all school-based Food Service operations, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Wellman directed activities related to the School Breakfast Program, National School Lunch Program, and Summer Food Service Program, overseeing menu development, food production, distribution, and service for over 5,000 meals daily.

Additionally, she demonstrated excellent fiscal management skills through the development and oversight of annual budgets and profit and loss reporting. Wellman was responsible for food procurement, inventory management, and the establishment of sanitation and food safety procedures. She also played a crucial role in the supervision, evaluation, and employment recommendations of the Food & Nutrition Staff.

“Over the past few years, we have worked hard to design exciting, student-centered cafeteria spaces. We are excited to have Liz on our team to carry out the mission of fueling each student so they can reach their full potential,” said Lovell.

Prior to leading Fairfield’s food service operations, Wellman was the Child Nutrition Field Supervisor at Sycamore schools, where she helped develop school menus, and coordinated all districtwide catering events. 

“I am thrilled and honored to be back at Sycamore Schools, rejoining this incredible team of professionals,” said Wellman. “I am eager to contribute the skills and passion for Child Nutrition that I have learned in my time away, and I look forward to serving this wonderful community once again. 

Wellman's commitment to excellence and dedication to professional development are evident through her involvement in various leadership roles. She served as the Professional Development Chair for the School Nutrition Association and as a committee member of the Unified Purchasing Cooperative Purchasing Committee.

Sycamore Community Schools is excited to have Liz Wellman as the new Child Nutrition Services Director and looks forward to the positive impact she will make in ensuring students' nutritional needs are met.