Culinary Specialist Position Available In Montgomery, Alabama

Culinary Specialist East Coast Migrant Head Start Project – 3.6 Montgomery, AL Job Details Full-time 13 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Loan forgiveness Qualifications Nutrition Microsoft Word Childcare Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Public accounting Mid-level Microsoft Office Master’s degree Nutrition Bachelor’s degree 2 years Communication skills Time management Full Job Description We are currently seeking a Culinary Specialist to join our team in our Montgomery, Alabama regional office. This is a full-time office position (no hybrid/remote). Travel is required.

Essential Functions:

As the Culinary Specialist you will coordinate and oversee the CACFP and food service operations within the assigned locations to ensure program compliance, quality, and integrity. Knowledge of CACFP regulations, recordkeeping, and monitoring. Familiarity with Head Start Performance Standards and the integration of nutrition services in early childcare settings, food preparation, menu planning, procurement, and food safety in early childcare or institutional settings. Support the CACFP and Food Service Operations. and assist culinary specialists in other regions as needed to ensure consistent program quality and compliance across all services. Oversee and ensure full compliance with CACFP regulations, states health and sanitation regulations, and Head Start Performance Standards (HSPS), providing direct support to centers. Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills. ability to manage documentation, compliance, and reporting requirements for federally funded nutrition programs. Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present information effectively to diverse audiences. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams and regions. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with data systems.

Education and Experience:

Accept ed : Bachelor’s in nutrition, Food Services, Public Health, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of three (3) years of experience with CACFP or a similar federal child nutrition program. Experience working in early childcare education, Head Start, or a nonprofit organization serving children and families.

Preferred :

Master’s in nutrition, Food Services, Public Health, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) or a comparable federally funded child nutrition program, such as the NSLP or SFSP. Experience working in early childcare education, Head Start, or a nonprofit organization serving children and families.

What we offer you:

Individualized professional development plans and opportunities for growth Medical, Dental & Vision insurance Life and Disability insurance Employer match and contributions to a 403(b)-retirement savings account Flexible Spending Plans 16 Paid Holidays Sick & Leave Time Consideration for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs Employee Assistant Program (EAP) If this opportunity sounds like a good fit for you click on ‘APPLY’ ECMHSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.