Food Service Coordinator

YMCA of Greater Springfield • Springfield, MA

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About The Position

The Food Service Coordinator is responsible for the efficient and safe provision of nutritious, high-quality meals and snacks for the YMCA of Greater Springfield’s Education Departments, including Early Childhood Education and School Age Child Care programs. The role primarily oversees food ordering, inventory management, kitchen sanitation, and compliance with nutritional guidelines and regulations. The coordinator may occasionally prepare frozen entrees or meals for delivery to preschool and school-age children’s rooms and works to ensure a positive, healthy mealtime experience for children.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of food service experience.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe certification within a specified timeframe if not already certified.
• Experience with menu planning, food preparation, and inventory management.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to sit, stand, or reach for extended periods; move around the work environment independently; and push, pull, or lift up to 25 pounds for short periods.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of food service or a related field.
• Food service experience in a childcare or educational setting.
• Understanding of basic nutrition principles and USDA guidelines.
• Knowledge of USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily meals and snacks with the outside vendor according to established menus and schedules, ensuring timely delivery to program sites.
• Heat frozen entrees or frozen food when needed.
• Use standardized recipes and portion-control measures to maintain consistency and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage kitchen staff, if applicable, including scheduling, training, guidance, and supervision.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Ensure kitchen equipment functions properly and arrange repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Maintain systems for proper food storage, labeling, and rotation.
• Manage food and supply inventory, maintaining adequate stock while minimizing waste.
• Establish and maintain relationships with approved vendors.
• Monitor food costs and identify savings opportunities without compromising quality.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal food safety, sanitation, and nutrition regulations, including USDA CACFP requirements.
• Participate in health and safety inspections and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Communicate with Education Department staff about menus, dietary needs, and relevant kitchen information.
• Collaborate with program staff to address food-related concerns or requests from parents or children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED