Receptionist – La Mesa Office

Location: 7777 Alvarado Rd, Suite 422, La Mesa, CA
Organization: Child Nutrition Program of Southern California (CNPSC)
Position Type: Part-Time / Full-Time, Onsite
Application Deadline: Open until filled (early applications encouraged)
Apply To: Submit resume and brief cover letter to CNP@CNPSC.com

About the Role

The Child Nutrition Program of Southern California (CNPSC) is seeking a friendly, organized, and professional Receptionist to join our La Mesa office. This role is essential to helping with daily operations, providing excellent customer service to providers, and supporting administrative tasks across the program. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with exceptional organizational skills and a working knowledge or willingness to learn about the Child Care Food Program (CACFP) and nutrition standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist visitors; oversee front desk operations
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and emails promptly, coordinating with field representatives when necessary
• Prepare, file, and maintain electronic and paper records with strict confidentiality, especially sensitive provider and child information
• Assist providers with basic questions regarding nutrition standards, reimbursement processes, and claims, using program handbooks and resources
• Support staff with general administrative tasks and communication coordination

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Strong administrative and organizational skills; experience managing filing systems (electronic and physical)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, especially with children’s records or financial data
• Excellent communication skills; able to manage multiple calls, messages, and prioritize tasks
• Basic knowledge of CACFP nutrition standards or willingness to learn
• Comfortable using various software systems and able to learn tools such as Minute Menu / KidKare
• Professional, dependable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively