Afterschool & Summer Food Service Specialist

Childrens Hunger Alliance (CHA) is seeking anAfterschool & Summer Food Service Specialist to coordinate the application onboarding training and ongoing compliance monitoring for partner sites participating in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Afterschool At-Risk (ASAR) and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) across Southwest Ohio. This role also supports local outreach initiatives to expand program reach and establish new community partnerships.

As the Afterschool & Summer Food Service Specialist you will:

• Coordinate the annual site application process and food order launches for regional afterschool and summer program partners.
• Conduct daily field visits to monitor site operations and ensure compliance with USDA state and agency regulations for ASAR and SFSP.
• Provide hands-on support retraining corrective action management and review resolutions for sites facing compliance challenges.
• Facilitate annual regulatory and operational training for partner site staff including program rules administrative procedures and required software platforms.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for participating sites providing responsive customer service guidance and daily administrative support.
• Review and adjust daily food orders based on student attendance and participation trends to help minimize waste.
• Build and sustain strategic partnerships with local community organizations faith-based groups and program stakeholders.
• Research identify and recruit prospective partner sites guiding them through the onboarding process for ASAR and SFSP.
• Partner with the Claims Services Team and internal departments to support accurate recordkeeping efficient food delivery workflows and seamless service execution.
• Participate in team regional and statewide meetings; assist with statewide meal donation requests and distribution logistics; and complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Associates Degree in Nutrition Public Health Youth Development Early Childhood Education Communications Social Work or a related field; equivalent practical experience may also be considered.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret apply and maintain compliance with federal state and organizational guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including confidence speaking and presenting to groups.
• Excellent time management attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative self-motivated and committed to the agencys mission.
• Hybrid office environment paired with extensive field work.
• Must have Valid Drivers License and Auto Insurance
• Required travel up to 60% of the time

We Offer:

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance options
• Pre-tax savings options including FSA and HSA (with employer contributions)
• Employer-provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with Safe Harbor contribution and employer match
• GenerousPTOstarting at19 days plus 11 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave andadditionalleave options (bereavement jury duty etc.)
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness initiatives
• Mileage reimbursement and free parking
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Optional benefits including supplemental life disability legal and identity protection plans
• Flexible schedule

Founded in 1970ChildrensHunger Alliance is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to ending childhood hunger. CHA partners with childcare providers afterschool and summer programs and schools across Ohio to increase access to healthy meals and nutrition education supporting the long-term health of children.

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Childrens Hunger Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer andcomplies withall applicable federal and state employment laws. Discrimination based on race color religion sex national origin disability age military status or veteran status is prohibited.

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