Food Service Specialist

LEARN Charter School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

LEARN Charter School Network is seeking a Food Services Specialist for the LEARN Washington D.C. campus on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. You will oversee daily meal service, ensure a clean, orderly cafeteria, and comply with local, state, and federal food safety regulations.

Responsibilities include serving healthy meals to students, supporting NSLP, planning menus with the Operations Coordinator, maintaining equipment and records, and completing mandatory food service training.

Qualifications

• Certified Food Handler License in DC or ability to obtain quickly.
• 1 year of food service experience (2+ preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and strict food safety adherence.
• Demonstrates LEARN Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Serving healthy meals to students and maintaining a hygienic cafeteria.
• Meeting local, state, and federal requirements for food handling, storage, and sanitation.
• Assisting with the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).
• Planning and coordinating the menu with the Operations Coordinator.
• Maintaining equipment and records, including point-of-service requirements.
• Completing mandatory training, including food service certification.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree (4 year)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google applications

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: LEARN D.C. Campus - Washington, DC 20032Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 HourlyJob Category: EducationLEARN 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 NeedRequired Qualifications

Education, Training and/or Experience

This position is a great fit if:

• 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