Afterschool & Summer Food Service Specialist

The role

This person will coordinate the application, onboarding, training, and compliance monitoring for partner sites participating in USDA food programs. They will also support local outreach to expand program reach and establish new community partnerships across Southwest Ohio.

What you will do

• 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.
• 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.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for participating sites.
• Review and adjust daily food orders based on student attendance and participation trends.
• Build and sustain strategic partnerships with local community organizations, faith-based groups, and program stakeholders.
• Research, identify, and recruit prospective partner sites.
• Partner with the Claims Services Team and internal departments to support recordkeeping and food delivery workflows.
• Participate in team, regional, and statewide meetings and assist with meal donation requests.

Required qualifications

• Associate’s 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 agency’s mission.
• Valid Driver’s License and Auto Insurance

Benefits

• 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
• Generous PTO starting at 19 days, plus 11 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave and additional leave 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

About the company

Children’s Hunger 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.