Head Start Food Service Specialist — Menu & Nutrition Lead

South Plains Community Action Association; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

South Plains Community Action Association in Lubbock, TX, is seeking a Head Start Nutrition Specialist to support quality nutrition services for eligible children and families. You will assist in planning menus, train cooks, and help ensure compliance with CACFP and Head Start standards.

This role requires an associate degree, Certified Food Manager Certification, and ability to work flexible hours including some nights and weekends; strong sanitation knowledge and reliable transportation are

Qualifications

• Associates Degree preferred; two years' experience may substitute for one year of college with approval.
• Certified Food Manager Certification required; food safety knowledge essential.
• Sanitation, storage, preparation and disposal of food must be understood.
• Computer skills preferred for reporting and scheduling tasks.
• Available for some nights and weekend work; reliable self-transportation required.
• Must pass drug/alcohol tests and routine criminal history checks; TB tests as required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and MVR checks may be required; travel within region possible.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the provision of quality Nutrition services meeting Head Start standards.
• Assist and train cooks in menu planning and purchasing to cover all food groups.
• Maintain and submit accurate reports to the CACFP program and program records.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by management.

Skills

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Driving / transportation

Adaptability

Education

Associates Degree in related field

Two years' experience substituted for one year of college

Job description

South Plains Community Action Association in Lubbock, TX, is seeking a Head Start Nutrition Specialist to support quality nutrition services for eligible children and families. You will assist in planning menus, train cooks, and help ensure compliance with CACFP and Head Start standards.

This role requires an associate degree, Certified Food Manager Certification, and ability to work flexible hours including some nights and weekends; strong sanitation knowledge and reliable transportation are