• Administrative Assistant - Camden School Nutrition

    Whitsons Culinary Group (Camden, NJ)


    Administrative Assistant - Camden School Nutrition

     

    Camden, NJ, USA

     

    Requisition Number

     

    14124

     

    Location

     

    Camden

    Job Description

    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 ADP

    + Closing out cash registers, reconciling daily deposits, and organizing all records with care

    + Entering meal counts, sales, and data into our Dine Central system

    + Coordinating lunch counts, daily menus, and deliveries to our satellite schools

    + Printing signage, menus, and marketing materials that brighten school cafeterias

    + Assisting with staff training, safety audits, and inventory tasks

    + Jumping in to support school sites when needed—whether it’s a helping hand in the kitchen or coordinating substitutes

    + Being a go-to resource for your manager and a cheerful connector for the whole team

    What We’re Looking For:

    + High School Diploma required; Associate Degree preferred

    + Basic bookkeeping and strong computer skills (Excel, Outlook, Word)

    + Previous office, school nutrition, or administrative experience a plus

    + Clear communicator with strong phone and interpersonal skills

    + Detail-focused and dependable, with strong time management abilities

    + Team player who enjoys helping others and creating a positive work environment

    + Familiarity 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 needed

    Why You’ll Love This Role:

    + Make an impact in your local school community

    + Supportive, mission-driven team that values your contributions

    + Family-friendly schedule – no late nights or weekends

    + Growth opportunities within a supportive and stable company

    + Be 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: $18-21hr based on experience

    Requirements

    Education :

    + High School Diploma or Associate Degree

    Computer Skills :

    + Basic bookkeeping skills and proficiency in computer applications (email, outlook, excel, word)

    Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies :

    + Business Acumen

    + Good phone skills

    + Ability to work successfully with others.

    + Local food safety certification, if required in jurisdiction of employment.

     

    Work Schedule

     

    8am - 3pm

     

    Supervisor

     

    Teresa R Clay

     

    Salary Target

     

    $18-21hr