Food Specialist

Norwescap • Flemington, NJ

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About The Position

The Food Specialist works in a fast-paced, high-demand nonprofit program supporting services for at-risk children and families. The role assists with meal and snack preparation, food transport between program centers, kitchen sanitation, and menu planning. Cross-training is available and expected for all positions. This is a full-year position scheduled for 27.5 hours per week at $17.32 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience in meal preparation and food service.
• Ability to obtain SERV Safe certification; Norwescap will support the cost of obtaining the certification.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds independently without assistance.
• Be compassionate, organized, flexible, communicative, and a team player.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree.
• Food Protection Managers Certificate or working toward the certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing meals and snacks.
• Transport food between Fisher Avenue, the EHS Flemington center, and the HS Ringoes center.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation at the Flemington location.
• Assist in menu planning.

Benefits

• Ongoing training opportunities, including job-related certificates and credentials.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 15 paid holidays, including a one-week paid holiday break.
• Generous time-off policy that increases over time.
• Free mental health services for staff.
• Free, unlimited access to an employee health portal designed for staff wellness.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Professional development assistance.
• Retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED