Childcare Food Specialist

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Job Posting Date:

November 17, 2025

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:

$20.10 - $23.48

Department:

Child Care Services

Job Description:

Madison College has responded to community needs by expanding childcare services to our Goodman South Campus, where a new Early Learning Center is nearing completion. We are seeking a Child Care Food Specialist to join our team and help launch this exciting new center. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a program built from the ground up and shaped by best practices in early education.

The Child Care Food Specialist plays a key role in supporting early learning programming by preparing meals, food prep and ensuring full compliance with food safety standards and program requirements. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate documentation, adapting meals to accommodate dietary needs and managing efficient kitchen operations, including providing guidance to kitchen staff.

Success in this role requires strong knowledge of food service operations and safety regulations, the ability to prepare meals for diverse dietary needs and the capacity to manage multiple tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential to fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere.

This is a full-time, onsite position, Monday through Friday, scheduled 8:00am – 4:30pm.

Why Join the Team at Madison College’s Early Learning Center?

• Be Part of a Growing Team: Join a dynamic, expanding Early Learning Center committed to providing innovative and high-quality childcare education.
• Make a Meaningful Impact: Shape the lives of young learners (ages 6 weeks to 5 years) by fostering a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment.
• Collaborative Work Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals, exchanging ideas and support to create an enriching experience for children and their families.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a part-time role that fits seamlessly into your life, with opportunities to make a significant contribution to the program and families.

If you are passionate about food service and childcare as well as excited to help open a new center that will serve students, families, and the surrounding community. We strongly encourage you to apply.

Madison College offers an excellent benefits package including vacation, holidays, health/vision/dental/life insurance options and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).

Madison College believes every team member brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the communities we serve, address challenges, and develop innovative solutions. Come be part of our great team!

Interviews will be ongoing until multiple positions are filled, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Required Documents (1):

• Resume

*Failure to include this document by the first consideration date will RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Accountabilities:

• Develops and implements cycle menus by creating meal plans that comply with food program requirements, maintaining accurate production records and ensuring proper food purchasing and inventory management to ensure successful administration of the food program.
• Prepares and serves meals by providing breakfast, lunch and snacks, modifying menus for allergies and dietary needs and adjusting meal preparation based on attendance and special events to provide effective nutrition during programming.
• Maintains compliance documentation by completing and submitting required paperwork, including production records, inventory logs meal counts and purchase receipts to ensure accuracy and operational excellence.
• Ensures food safety and sanitation by preventing cross-contamination, monitoring storage and service temperatures and managing expiration dates to maintain a safe food service environment.
• Supports kitchen operations by cleaning and maintaining food preparation areas, utensils and equipment to align with health and safety regulations.
• Provides guidance to kitchen staff by assisting student workers and other kitchen help t