Food Specialist

30 hours per week, full-year position. Pay range: $17.54 – $18.26 per hour.

About the role

We are a fast-paced and high-demand non-profit program that depends on everybody in every position to help our centers function with ease. You will gain diverse experience working with an at-risk population. Cross training is available and expected for all positions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for meal preparation and for purchasing necessary supplies and food for meal preparation in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
• Operate, sanitize, and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Complete paperwork as required according to Head Start and CACFP guidelines.
• Assist in menu planning.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Valid driver's license (required).
• Food Protection Managers Certificate or working towards certificate (preferred).
• Experience in commercial food preparation (required).
• Ability to obtain SERV Safe certification (Norwescap will support cost of obtaining SERV Safe Certification).
• Must be compassionate, organized, flexible, a communicator, and a team-player.
• Must be able to lift 45 pounds independently without assistance.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (15 paid holidays including a one-week paid holiday break; generous time off policy that increases over time)
• Professional development assistance (ongoing training opportunities including job-related certificates, credentials, and tuition reimbursement)
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Free mental health services for staff
• Free, unlimited access to an employee health portal designed for staff wellness