Early Childhood Nutrition & Kitchen Supervisor

South Plains Community Action Association, Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

South Plains Community Action Association, Inc. is seeking staff to support Head Start nutrition services in Lubbock, TX. The role involves assisting in menu planning, training cooks, and ensuring CACFP reporting is accurate and timely.

Regular hours are 8 am–5 pm with potential for extended or flexible schedules. The position requires adherence to health, safety, and program standards and the ability to pass background and TB checks.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in related field preferred.
• Two years' experience in job field may be substituted for one year of college if approved by the Executive Director.
• Certified Food Manager Certification required (Food Techs not certified will be scheduled for training within one month of hire).
• Knowledge of food service requirements, including sanitation, storage, preparation, and disposal.
• Computer skills preferred.
• Available for some nights and weekend work.
• Must be willing to take and pass a drug/alcohol test and comply with the Drug Free: Agency Policy.
• Must be able to pass regular criminal history checks.
• Must submit to TB tests as required.
• Must possess ability to provide reliable self-transportation and valid Texas driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of nutrition services that meet Head Start standards.
• Assist and train cooks in menu planning, food orders, and inventory.
• Maintain and submit CACFP reports and related documentation.
• Submit timesheets accurately and timely.
• Report on-the-job accidents and suspected fraud to supervisor.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Food service knowledge

Flexible schedule

Computer skills

Education

Associates Degree in related field

Job description

South Plains Community Action Association, Inc. is seeking staff to support Head Start nutrition services in Lubbock, TX. The role involves assisting in menu planning, training cooks, and ensuring CACFP reporting is accurate and timely.

Regular hours are 8 am–5 pm with potential for extended or flexible schedules. The position requires adherence to health, safety, and program standards and the ability to pass background and TB checks.