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