Kids Nutrition Specialist - Daytime Kitchen & Safety

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Penn State University’s Child Care Center at Hort Woods seeks a full-time Culinary Support Specialist to contribute to the wellness and development of children. The role involves safe food service, menu planning for nutrition, budget oversight, and CACFP training.

Requirements include GED/HS, 2+ years’ experience (education may substitute), and ServSafe certification preferred. Health clearances and background checks are part of the process; eligible for tuition discount benefits.

Qualifications

• GED or HS required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience; education accepted in lieu of experience.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and healthy food service operation; uphold food quality control procedures; follow public health and welfare directives; ensure compliance with governmental mandates and University policies; address and correct discrepancies; keep accurate records
• Plan meal and snack menus meeting proper nutritional requirements and child-care food guidelines; manage food substitutions to meet special dietary needs including allergies
• Oversee kitchen budget; examine expenses; identify cost containment
• Maintain inventories; anticipate requisition needs and place orders; negotiate prices; resolve quality and quantity issues
• Interact with Center families, young children and educators to meet special requests and dietary needs
• Participate in yearly trainings as assigned that include: PSU requirements, CACFP; learn and understand CACFP requirements

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Team orientation

Computer skills

Education

GED or HS

ServSafe certification (preferred)

Job description

Penn State University’s Child Care Center at Hort Woods seeks a full-time Culinary Support Specialist to contribute to the wellness and development of children. The role involves safe food service, menu planning for nutrition, budget oversight, and CACFP training.

Requirements include GED/HS, 2+ years’ experience (education may substitute), and ServSafe certification preferred. Health clearances and background checks are part of the process; eligible for tuition discount benefits.