Food Service Specialist

HORIZON EDUCATION CENTERS•Lorain, OH

8d•$14 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Education Centers is seeking a reliable and caring Food Service Specialist to support meal services in our early childhood education centers. This role is responsible for preparing and serving meals, maintaining kitchen operations, and supporting center staff as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Ability to multitask and work independently
Strong organizational and communication skills
Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-focused
Must obtain ODH Manager Certification within 30 days of hire (company-paid)
Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. and pass required background checks

Nice To Haves

Food service experience preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks
Maintain compliance with health, CACFP, and licensing requirements
Track meal counts and inventory
Receive and verify food deliveries
Maintain a clean, organized kitchen
Order supplies and communicate with the CACFP Coordinator
Assist with administrative and classroom support as needed

Benefits

Medical coverage for employees who work 30+ hours a week, year-round
Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for year-round, full-time or part-time 20+ hours per week
Virtual Health Care and Mental Health Care for year-round or seasonal employees, full-time or part-time 20+ hours a week
Pre-paid employment screenings/onboarding, including, but not limited to, fingerprints, and physical/immunization for all employees
Paid Time Off (after 90-day probationary period)
Holiday Pay (after your 1st full pay period for New Hires)
Paid professional development for full or part-time positions
Learn and Earn Tuition Programs for year-round full-time or part-time 20+ hours per week positions
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with match options after a year of employment for year-round, full-time or part-time 20+ hour positions
Discounted childcare for all full-time, part-time or seasonal positions (must apply or prove not eligible for publicly funded childcare)