Associate Director of Food and Nutrition
About The Position
Greater Bergen Community Action’s (GBCA) Head Start Preschool program is a rewarding environment for individuals passionate about helping others who seek to advance their careers while making a positive impact. Our mission is to provide a quality, comprehensive educational program that prepares children and their families for kindergarten and life beyond. With its origins in the War on Poverty, Head Start is one of the longest-running federally funded programs. The Head Start model has been praised and emulated throughout the country. At GBCA, our Head Start Preschool program collaborates with local school districts. We offer a supportive work environment that recognizes the value of every employee, and our focus is continually on staff wellness. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Associate Director of Food & Nutrition to support and help lead our food service operations within a Head Start program. This role works closely with the Director to ensure that all children receive safe, nutritious and high-quality meals that meet federal and state guidelines.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science
- Registered Dietician or Registered Dietician eligible with the expectation of completion within three (3) years from hire date.
- Certified ServSafe Manager credential
- Good computer skills – Microsoft applications and knowledge of nutrient analysis programs.
- Strong writing and verbal presentation skills
- Valid NJ driver’s license, good driving history. Use of own vehicle for self-transportation; local travel is required.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of USDA Childcare guidelines a plus
- Bilingual Preferred Spanish/Arabic/Bengali a plus
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group sessions on nutrition practices designed to prevent disease and promote good health for all Head Start families, specifically targeting those with nutritional deficiencies, weight concerns, and allergies.
- Counsel all underweight and overweight children twice annually and addresses all nutritional concern related to appetite, disease state, autism, behavioral disorders, etc.
- Develop and provide nutrition-focused activities for parents, teachers, and students.
- Provide ongoing review and participate in food service operations including but not limited to ordering, portion control, production records, sanitation, recipe compliance and procedures for all sites.
- Develop and oversee menu preparation to include applicable laws, nutrient analysis and review of product specifications and special menus for those with specific dietary needs.
- Oversee Food and Nutrition Supervisors and assists in the supervision of employees who directly plan, prepare, and serve meals.
- Review orders by Food and Nutrition Supervisors and adjust based on budget and forecasting needs.
- Reconcile deliveries and compile invoices for processing.
- Administer ServSafe Manager Exams and ensures compliance with all local health ordinances.
- Develop and provide training for Food and Nutrition staff members.
- Assist in the development and oversight of the nutrition programs provided to participants and employees of Greater Bergen Community Action (GBCA).
- Continue to develop strategies to expand the Food and Nutrition Programs for GBCA.
- Assume the duties of the Director in their absence and performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical via ICHRA model, dental and vision coverage, paid vacation, holiday and sick time, participation in retirement plans with a match after 1-year and participation in flexible spending accounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
