Afterschool & Summer Food Service Specialist

Strategic HR Client•Cincinnati, OH

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

Children’s Hunger Alliance is seeking an Afterschool & Summer Food Service Specialist to coordinate applications, onboarding, training, and ongoing compliance monitoring for partner sites participating in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Afterschool At-Risk (ASAR) and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) across Southwest Ohio. The role also supports local outreach to expand program reach and establish community partnerships. It uses a hybrid office environment paired with extensive field work and requires frequent local and regional travel to partner sites, with travel up to 60% of the time. A valid driver’s license and auto insurance are required. Children’s Hunger Alliance is a statewide nonprofit founded in 1970 and dedicated to ending childhood hunger. It partners with childcare providers, afterschool and summer programs, and schools across Ohio to increase access to healthy meals and nutrition education.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, Youth Development, Early Childhood Education, Communications, Social Work, or a related field; equivalent practical experience may be considered.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Ability to interpret, apply, and maintain compliance with federal, state, and organizational guidelines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including confidence speaking and presenting to groups.
Excellent time management, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative, self-motivated, and committed to the agency’s mission.
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Ability to travel up to 60% of the time.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the annual site application process and food order launches for regional afterschool and summer program partners.
Conduct daily field visits to monitor site operations and ensure compliance with USDA, state, and agency regulations for ASAR and SFSP.
Provide hands-on support, retraining, corrective action management, and review resolutions for sites facing compliance challenges.
Facilitate annual regulatory and operational training for partner site staff, including program rules, administrative procedures, and required software platforms.
Serve as the primary point of contact for participating sites, providing customer service, guidance, and daily administrative support.
Review and adjust daily food orders based on student attendance and participation trends to help minimize waste.
Build and sustain strategic partnerships with local community organizations, faith-based groups, and program stakeholders.
Research, identify, and recruit prospective partner sites, guiding them through the ASAR and SFSP onboarding process.
Partner with the Claims Services Team and internal departments to support accurate recordkeeping, efficient food delivery workflows, and seamless service execution.
Participate in team, regional, and statewide meetings; assist with statewide meal donation requests and distribution logistics; and complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
Pre-tax savings options including FSA and HSA, with employer contributions.
Employer-provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) with Safe Harbor contribution and employer match.
PTO starting at 19 days and 11 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave and additional leave options, including bereavement and jury duty leave.
Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program and wellness initiatives.
Mileage reimbursement and free parking.
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Optional supplemental life, disability, legal, and identity protection plans.
Flexible schedule.