Head Start Kitchen Specialist II — Nourishing Kids & Meals

Next Door; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Door is seeking a Nutrition Service Provider II in Milwaukee to support the Nutrition Service Team in preparing meals per DPI/CACFP guidelines and Head Start standards. This role may be 10-month or 12-month depending on site location.

You will ensure meals meet schedule, maintain safety and sanitation, assist with deliveries and events, and support ongoing operations. Qualifications include a high school diploma, 3 years of food service experience, and required certifications; willingness

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a food service position with related duties.
• Experience preparing culturally diverse foods for groups.
• Must hold Wisconsin Food Manager Certification or will pursue within 6 months.
• CPR certification required; training provided if not current.
• Background check clearance required; TB skin test refresh every 2 years.
• Strong professional demeanor and ability to work with low-income families.

Responsibilities

• Follows menu guidelines and adjusts when necessary due to item availability or individual needs.
• Prepare meals following CACFP guidelines and Head Start standards.
• Ensure breakfast, lunch, and snacks are served on schedule.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and equipment.
• Assist with food deliveries to classrooms and dishwashing as needed.
• Support meetings and events with food as required.
• Support continuous improvement of operations and customer service.

Skills

Food service experience

Safety & sanitation

Effective communication

Teamwork

Cultural foods knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in related field preferred

Food Manager Certification in Wisconsin

Serve Safe Certification

Tuberculosis test clearance

CPR certification

Physical examination clearance

Caregiver Background Check

Job description

Next Door is seeking a Nutrition Service Provider II in Milwaukee to support the Nutrition Service Team in preparing meals per DPI/CACFP guidelines and Head Start standards. This role may be 10-month or 12-month depending on site location.

You will ensure meals meet schedule, maintain safety and sanitation, assist with deliveries and events, and support ongoing operations. Qualifications include a high school diploma, 3 years of food service experience, and required certifications; willingness