Food Service Specialist

Lawndale-Educational-and-Regional-Network-Charter-Schoo; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawndale-Educational-and-Regional-Network-Charter-School seeks a Food Services Specialist for LEARN Washington D.C. campus to oversee daily meal operations and ensure compliance with food service laws.

The role covers planning menus, maintaining hygiene, and supporting the NSLP in a school environment. Requirements include a DC Certified Food Handler License or ability to obtain one, 1–2+ years in food service, and strong organizational and customer-service skills.

Qualifications

• You have at least 1 year of food service experience (ideally 2+ preferred).
• You can obtain a Certified Food Handler License in the District of Columbia or have one.
• You follow strict food safety guidelines and maintain organization in a cafeteria setting.

Responsibilities

• Serve healthy meals to students in a hygienic cafeteria.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal food handling requirements.
• Assist with the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).
• Plan and coordinate the menu with the Operations Coordinator.
• Maintain equipment and records per federal requirements and training.

Skills

Food service experience

Organizational skills

Food safety

Customer service mindset

Physical stamina

Education

4 Year Degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: LEARN D.C. Campus - Washington, DC 20032

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Job Category: Education

LEARN Charter School Network (LEARN) is seeking an entrepreneurial Food Services Specialist for the LEARN Washington D.C. campus on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB).

About the Opportunity

The Food Service Specialist will be responsible for daily operations of the school meal service, supporting our scholars' goals and the high-quality instruction provided at LEARN D.C. This role will ensure compliance with all related local, state, and federal laws regarding food service.

Responsibilities

• Serving healthy meals to students and ensuring a hygienic and well-organized cafeteria.
• Meeting all local, state, and federal requirements for proper food handling, storage, disposal, and sanitation of the cafeteria.
• Assisting with the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).
• Planning and coordinating the menu in conjunction with the Operations Coordinator.
• Maintaining all necessary equipment and records, including point of service requirements as required by federal law
• Obtaining any mandatory training, including food service certification.
• Ensuring adherence to Healthy Schools Act requirements and to any applicable safety requirements.

What You'll Need

Required Qualifications

Education, Training and/or Experience

• You have a Certified Food Handler License in the District of Columbia or can obtain a license quickly.
• You have at least 1 year of food service experience (ideally 2+ preferred).
• You have a demonstrated track record of organizational skills and following strict food safety guidelines.
• You have a record of living LEARN's Core Values.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

To succeed as a Food Services Specialist, you can lift up to 50 pounds, in addition to having good multitasking skills.

You demonstrate our core values by setting high expectations for yourself and our scholars, along with bringing a customer service focus and consistently positive attitude. You possess proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google applications, databases, and intranet and internet usage, and a working knowledge of nutritional guidelines.

In addition, you have strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, adhering to strict timelines. Above all, you are an adaptive and comfortable interacting with students and families. You demonstrate professional demeanor with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment, plus the capacity to tactfully and effectively deal with families, students and staff in a personable and professional manner.