Nutrition Specialist

Ozark Opportunities Inc • Harrison, AR

4d • $13 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

Ozark Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a motivated professional that is passionate about early childhood education and nutrition. We are hiring for one position for the 2026-2027 school year. The Nutrition Specialist role is responsible for implementing duties that include cooking, cleaning, relieving the teachers for breaks and planning time, and substituting for a teacher if absent. The incumbent will act as an integral part of the Comprehensive Services Department through collaboration and compliance with the CACFP grant. This position would start in August at the beginning of the 26-27 school year. This position is 10 months in a year, furloughed during Spring Break week, Summer break, Thanksgiving break, and Christmas break. Furloughed employees are able and encouraged to draw unemployment during these times.

Requirements

• Ability to use a computer and office document and spreadsheet software.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and maintain a positive, supportive attitude.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Active and unhindered driver’s license with reliable personal transportation.
• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• Successfully pass Criminal Background Check including FBI fingerprint, Child Maltreatment checks.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of CACFP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist center staff in maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment and provide for children’s feeling of security away from home.
• Assures compliance with Arkansas Department of Health Regulations.
• Cook and /or assist in serving meals and snacks and clean up after meals, as scheduled at each center.
• Responsible for shopping according to USDA/Health and food guidelines and maintaining food inventory.
• Maintain and report accurate USDA Meal Documentation Records on a daily basis, as assigned.
• Assures compliance with special dietary requirements (food allergies, special needs, etc.)
• Assist teaching staff with classroom cleaning schedule, naptime, laundry, etc.
• Maintain cordial relationships with children and families.
• Maintain positive relationships with all staff and work as part of the team.
• Participates in Professional Development Opportunities, OOI training, and special events.
• Maintains MSDA.
• Assist with generating in-kind.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (eligible after 60-day waiting period)
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (eligible after 60-day waiting period)
• Company Paid AirEvac Family Membership (eligible after 90-day waiting period)
• Accrual of paid sick leave (eligible after 90-day waiting period)
• Participation in the 403b retirement plan (eligible after 3-month waiting period)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED