Nutrition Coordinator

Porter-Leath•Memphis, TN

19h•$41,832 - $52,290

About The Position

Under the direction of the HDN Manager, the Nutrition Coordinator manages food and nutrition services for Early Head Start, Head Start, Pre-K, and Preschool sites. The role implements a high-quality nutrition program that meets the needs of children and families and ensures food services comply with applicable health, sanitation, and USDA/Child and Adult Care Food Program requirements. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and works collaboratively with Site Managers, staff, parents, vendors, the Licensed Dietitian, and the Early Childhood Services Management team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Family and Consumer Studies with an emphasis in Child Development, Food Service, or Nutrition, or a related field.
At least two years of experience overseeing a large-scale food production operation, sanitation and health standards, menu planning, bulk food purchasing, large-quantity food preparation, and food service equipment.
Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and appropriate level of insurance.

Responsibilities

Assist Site Managers with interviewing and training new nutrition employees, and provide feedback regarding staff performance appraisals.
Monitor and evaluate food services at all Early Head Start, Head Start, Pre-K, and Preschool sites for compliance with applicable state and federal requirements, including USDA/CACFP.
Plan and support the development of menus that meet nutritional needs and USDA/CACFP requirements; coordinate menu planning with staff, parents, and food vendors, and work with the Licensed Dietitian to review and approve menus.
Oversee high-volume meal production, preparation, delivery, and service in accordance with nutrition, health, and sanitation standards.
Establish a regular schedule for monitoring food service areas and ensuring service quality and compliance.
Coordinate or facilitate nutrition education and training for staff and parents; implement nutrition curriculum and provide nutrition activities in classrooms.
Assess children’s and families’ nutritional status and special dietary needs using information from health and nutrition staff; coordinate, facilitate, or participate in meetings about individual children’s dietary needs.
Monitor Child Plus/ProCare documentation and ensure follow-up services for children with growth-assessment concerns, nutrition-assessment concerns, or identified family needs.
Participate in the Nutrition services Self-Assessment process and as an active member of the Health and Mental Health Services Advisory Committee.
Provide guidance and collaborate with the Early Childhood Services Management team.
Develop and implement an annual nutrition plan, handbook, and procedures; revise them as needed.
Monitor meal quantities to ensure they match menus and the number of people served and meet applicable USDA/CACFP and Caring for Our Children dietary allowances.
Conduct required announced and unannounced Child and Adult Care Food Program reviews.
Maintain inventory systems for food supplies and equipment, production logs, and ordering processes.
Develop and monitor vendor and USDA/CACFP program contracts; verify orders and reconcile invoices against billing statements for accuracy of deliveries, quantities, and prices.
Analyze the food budget monthly and initiate cost controls as appropriate.
Complete monthly CACFP reimbursement claims and ensure completion of required USDA/CACFP forms, including income statements, special-diet documentation, reimbursement materials, and summary reports.
Respond to unexpected staff shortages and equipment malfunctions while meeting meal-schedule contract requirements.
Ensure compliance with health department and Porter-Leath requirements for food preparation, storage, cleanliness, safety, sanitation, and health standards.
Facilitate required food service inspections and licenses with the Tennessee Department of Health.
Support Site Managers in addressing complaints and resolving Nutrition department problems or conflicts.
Maintain records of monthly meal census, expenditures, and labor costs through an established filing system.
Lead onsite food-monitoring visits and annual application renewals, updates, and changes during the year.
Serve as a role model to children and staff and perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and the appropriate level of insurance.