Child Nutrition Specialist

Queen Creek Unified School District; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Queen Creek Unified District is seeking a Child Nutrition Specialist to prepare weekly food items, serve at kitchen sites, and assist as needed in the department. The role emphasizes customer service, compliance with nutrition guidelines, and cross-site coordination.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Food Handler's Certificate, and a valid Arizona driver’s license. 30 hours/week, evenings/Saturdays may be needed; 193 days/10 months schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Food Handler's Certificate or ability to obtain one.
• Certified Child Nutrition Manager's Card or ability to obtain one.
• Arizona driver's license and insurance proof.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize workload and work across kitchens.
• Experience with menu planning, nutrition rules and HACCP basics.
• Proficient using computer, internet, email and basic software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, serving, cashiering and cleanup at various locations.
• Assist in training new employees on cashiering procedures.
• Support catering events, presentation and service, including decorations.
• Assist with planning catering requests and promotional activities.
• Maintain records, food quality, and labor control.
• Ensure compliance with district and nutrition policies.
• Work evenings and Saturdays as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Buffet setup

Cashier operations

Food safety

Reading and writing English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Food Handler's Certificate

Certified Child Nutrition Manager's Card

Arizona driver’s license

Tools

Cash register

Menu planning software

Computer and internet usage

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Queen Creek Unified District

• Position Type:
  Child Nutrition/ Child Nutrition Specialist
  
• Date Posted:
  9/21/2026
  
• Location:
  Child Nutrition
  

JOB GOAL:

Prepare weekly food items for all kitchen sites based on needs and forecasting. Provide exceptional customer service to all kitchen sites as the QCUSD float. Assist as needed in the kitchen depending on the needs of the department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED
• Food Handler's Certificate
• Certified Child Nutrition Manager's Card or the ability to obtain one
• Must have current Arizona driver's license and proof of insurance
• Must be creative and service oriented; good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work with a variety of kitchens and service areas; ability to effectively plan and organize workload
• Ability to set up buffet luncheons and serve; to include table decorations and attractive food presentations
• Available to work evenings and Saturdays as needed; must be self-starter and able to complete assignments without direct supervision
• Working knowledge of food ordering, food production and use of commercial kitchen equipment.
  • Child Nutrition merchandising experience/ability to assemble food party trays (preferred)
• Ability to perform frequent stopping, reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds; must be willing to serve in other areas as needed
• Knowledge of National School Lunch Program regulations
• Experience using a computer (internet, email) and computer software related to menu, bookkeeping and word processing
• Ability to operate computerized cash register
• Knowledge of HACCP (food safety) and workplace safety requirements
• Ability to work with figures and to make arithmetic calculations
• Ability to communicate with parents, staff and students on Child Nutrition program
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Knowledge of and adheres to all policies, regulations and rules
• Must pass a background clearance.
• Must obtain an Arizona IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:193 Days; 10 Months

COMPENSATION:Per QCUSD salary schedule for applicable position

REPORTS TO:Director of Child Nutrition Services

HOURS:30 hours per week and may require longer hours - Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 1:30 pm

CLASSIFICATION:Hourly, Non-exempt

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Assist with food preparation, serving, cashiering, and clean up at different locations
• Assist in training new employees on cashiering procedures and guidelines
• Assist with the presentation, service, cash, food, safety and varied aspects of the department catering events
• Responsible for merchandising and promotional activities as requested
• Assist with the planning and organization of catering requests
• Set up and serve at all special activities, working evenings when needed
• Maintain records, quality food preparation, cost effective production and labor control
• Provide catering program support to include: Efficient and economic operation of kitchen, accurate preparation of all reports and maintain records including personnel records and time keeping
• Enforce District and Child Nutrition policies
• Performs all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned to advance district priorities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods of time, as well as to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to apply physical exertion including running, jumping, climbing, tugging, lifting, pulling, and restraining. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, outside weather conditions and extreme heat or cold.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Queen Creek Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Queen Creek Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, Director of Athletics & Student Services, 20217 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Phone [phone] and Compliance Officer for Section 504/ADA, Director of Special Education, 20217 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Phone [phone].