Head Start Nutrition & Facilities Specialist

Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Job summary

Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation seeks a Nutrition & Facilities Assistant to support Head Start programs by assisting with meal service, sanitation, inventory, and facility maintenance. The role helps ensure safe, clean, and organized environments for children and staff across centers.

The position requires attention to records, compliance with USDA, CACFP, and EOAC guidelines, and collaboration with the Nutrition Manager and program staff to sustain reliable nutrition services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of custodial, food service, administrative support, or related experience preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain Adult and Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily meal service operations, delivering meals and supplies to classrooms.
• Maintain required meal counts, USDA/CACFP records, and other nutrition program records.
• Prepare reports and documentation to support food service operations.
• Maintain organized files, invoices, purchase orders, and inventory records.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, storing, and distributing food and supplies.
• Support sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen, storage, and program areas.

Skills

Accuracy & follow-through

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety & sanitation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation seeks a Nutrition & Facilities Assistant to support Head Start programs by assisting with meal service, sanitation, inventory, and facility maintenance. The role helps ensure safe, clean, and organized environments for children and staff across centers.

The position requires attention to records, compliance with USDA, CACFP, and EOAC guidelines, and collaboration with the Nutrition Manager and program staff to sustain reliable nutrition services.