Food Service Specialist

Join an awesome team of professionals at Commonwealth Catholic Charities (CCC)! Our friendly staff is committed to providing quality and compassionate services to all people throughout Virginia. We offer a robust benefit package including health, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, employee assistance programs, legal resources, generous paid time off, fourteen paid holidays, and a cutting-edge retirement savings program.SUMMARY: This position arranges for meals and menu plans for minors in shelter care.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Prepares nutritious and balanced meals and snacks for children in shelter based on USDA guidance and regulationsDevelops and implements weekly or monthly menu plan as per USDA guidance. Maintains accurate records of weekly and monthly menu plans.Makes adjustments and accommodations for special diets or cultural considerationsMonitors stock and purchases food as neededKeeps a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchenEnsures all food items are properly storedEnsures adequate and appropriate disposal of food wasteRepresents the Agency in the community and workplace in a professional and ethical manner.Demonstrates sensitivity to the service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.Demonstrates strong interpersonal, decision-making, problem-solving, oral, and written skills.Utilizes a basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED with six months of cooking experience. Must have a valid driver's license with min 3 years clean history. Requires SERV Safe Certification.Turn your passion for helping others into a meaningful career with CCC. Apply now at Commonwealth Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.