Head Start Nutrition & Meal Service Lead

centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc; Springfield (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. is seeking a Nutrition Specialist to implement nutritional service delivery and sanitation following Head Start standards and applicable regulations. The role emphasizes safe food handling, meal service, and coordination with staff and parents.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with diverse populations in a full-time setting at our Kentucky locations.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication abilities.
• Attention to detail in meal service and recordkeeping.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure children receive meals and snacks per USDA standards.
• Communicate meal service information to staff and parents.
• Order and maintain supplies for meal service.
• Adhere to classroom meal schedules and routines.
• Keep kitchen/cafeteria clean and sanitary.
• Monitor kitchen repairs and submit work orders as needed.
• Maintain USDA documentation and timely recordkeeping.
• Transport or receive meals from food service providers.
• Assist children with setting tables and serving food.
• Perform cleaning, sanitation, and food storage tasks.
• Oversee inventory of food items, supplies and materials.
• Record temperatures to ensure safe serving conditions.
• Prepare food with consideration for modified diets and portions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Cross-cultural communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. is seeking a Nutrition Specialist to implement nutritional service delivery and sanitation following Head Start standards and applicable regulations. The role emphasizes safe food handling, meal service, and coordination with staff and parents.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with diverse populations in a full-time setting at our Kentucky locations.