School Nutrition Administrative Assistant – Keep Our Kitchens Running Smoothly!
Support a Mission That Nourishes Students Every Day
Are you organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting a team with a purpose? Join our school nutrition department as a School Nutrition Administrative Assistant—a key behind-the-scenes role that helps ensure thousands of students receive healthy, delicious meals every school day.
What You’ll Do:
Every day, you'll play a key role in keeping our kitchens humming and our teams supported by:
- Answering calls and helping parents or team members with lunch account questions (especially with the Nutri-Kids POS system)
- Handling attendance tracking and making sure our team gets paid accurately and on time using ADP
- Closing out cash registers, reconciling daily deposits, and organizing all records with care
- Entering meal counts, sales, and data into our Dine Central system
- Coordinating lunch counts, daily menus, and deliveries to our satellite schools
- Printing signage, menus, and marketing materials that brighten school cafeterias
- Assisting with staff training, safety audits, and inventory tasks
- Jumping in to support school sites when needed—whether it’s a helping hand in the kitchen or coordinating substitutes
- Being a go-to resource for your manager and a cheerful connector for the whole team
What We’re Looking For:
- High School Diploma required; Associate Degree preferred
- Basic bookkeeping and strong computer skills (Excel, Outlook, Word)
- Previous office, school nutrition, or administrative experience a plus
- Clear communicator with strong phone and interpersonal skills
- Detail-focused and dependable, with strong time management abilities
- Team player who enjoys helping others and creating a positive work environment
- Familiarity with POS systems and food safety standards is helpful (we’ll train!)
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs and travel between schools when needed
Why You’ll Love This Role:
- Make an impact in your local school community
- Supportive, mission-driven team that values your contributions
- Family-friendly schedule – no late nights or weekends
- Growth opportunities within a supportive and stable company
- Be part of something bigger – at Whitsons, we serve more than just meals. We serve futures.
- Competitive pay + full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO)
About Whitsons:
Whitsons Culinary Group is dedicated to Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™. We bring high-quality meals and compassionate service to school communities across the region. As part of our School Nutrition team, you’ll help create a welcoming environment where students feel nourished, supported, and ready to learn.
Ready to join a team that feeds minds and fuels futures? Apply today!
Pay rate: $18-21hr based on experience
QualificationsEducation:
- High School Diploma or Associate Degree
Computer Skills:
- Basic bookkeeping skills and proficiency in computer applications (email, outlook, excel, word)
Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:
- Business Acumen
- Good phone skills
- Ability to work successfully with others.
- Local food safety certification, if required in jurisdiction of employment.
