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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 ADPClosing out cash registers, reconciling daily deposits, and organizing all records with careEntering meal counts, sales, and data into our Dine Central systemCoordinating lunch counts, daily menus, and deliveries to our satellite schoolsPrinting signage, menus, and marketing materials that brighten school cafeteriasAssisting with staff training, safety audits, and inventory tasksJumping in to support school sites when needed—cooking, production, servingBeing a go-to resource for your manager and a cheerful connector for the whole teamWhat we're looking for:High school diploma required; associate degree preferredBasic bookkeeping and strong computer skills (Excel, Outlook, Word)Culinary experiencePrevious office, school nutrition, or administrative experience a plusClear communicator with strong phone and interpersonal skillsDetail-focused and dependable, with strong time management abilitiesTeam player who enjoys helping others and creating a positive work environmentFamiliarity 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 neededWhy you'll love this role:Make an impact in your local school communitySupportive, mission-driven team that values your contributionsFamily-friendly schedule – no late nights or weekendsGrowth opportunities within a supportive and stable companyBe 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: $19/hour
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fairfield, CT, 06824, US
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