Food Service Specialist
Children and Families First Delaware Inc•Seaford, DE
•Onsite
About The Position
A therapeutic residential program for youth ages 11–18 is seeking a dedicated Food Service Specialist to prepare nutritious meals and mentor residents. This position blends daily culinary operations with meaningful youth engagement, helping residents develop essential life skills in the kitchen.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Active ServSafe Certification is required.
- Ability to interact sensitively and appropriately with a culturally diverse youth population.
- Valid driver’s license that meets the agency’s insurance standards.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in food services is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Plan, shop for, and prepare nutritionally balanced daily meals.
- Ensure all leftovers are stored safely and efficiently.
- Manage inventory for all food and household supplies.
- Organize the kitchen to maximize safety, cleanliness, and operational efficiency, including post-meal cleanup.
- Lead a weekly food preparation life skills class for residents.
- Provide crisis support and supervise youth during kitchen activities.
- Maintain active safe food handling certifications and adhere to all health standards.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Basic Life Insurance
- education/training assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
