Nutrition Program Coordinator

Madison County Commission•Huntsville, AL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves providing daily meals for senior citizens and patrons at the Robert “Bob” Harrison Senior Wellness and Advocacy Center following the guidelines set by TARCOG (Area Agency on Aging). This position also requires the employee to administer and lead all aspects of the free daily lunch program including but not limited to receiving inventory, tracking inventory, preparing meals, serving meals, preparing all reports associated with the program, and maintaining accurate records and all other actions necessary to maintain program compliance under the supervision of the Food Manager. Helps to maintain established standards of sanitation, safety, and food preparation/storage as set by the local health department. Maintain Health Department records and food service records/files.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Must have valid driver’s license
Must be able to pass drug screening
Ability to maintain high standard of personal cleanliness and food sanitation
Working knowledge of use and adaptabilities of various pieces of cooking equipment used in commercial or institutional kitchens
Working knowledge of proper and required food temperature and ability to accurately read and record temperatures
Knowledge of the guidelines set by the State of Alabama, the AAA in Madison County
Knowledge of basic computer and spreadsheet applications (Microsoft Word & Excel)
Ability to communicate effectively with senior citizens
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift objects up to 20lbs
Must possess or have ability to secure, Serve Safe Certification

Nice To Haves

Experience working with the public and seniors preferred
Experience working with senior programs preferred

Responsibilities

Performs all responsibilities as needed with the nutrition program
Ensures all meals connected to the free daily lunch program are prepared and served in compliance with program regulations
Prepares complete meals to include observing meals, seasonings meals and placing meals in food warmer devices
Can accurately read and record food temperatures for daily meals
Secures necessary items used in preparation of food for cooking
Assists in serving food as required
Cleans kitchen and kitchen equipment after meals have been prepared and served; stores and handles food properly; ensures floors are uncluttered, clean and safe; ensures facility meets all health code requirements; assists and maintains food inventory
Prioritizes kitchen responsibilities over assisting staff and patrons in other areas of the Bob Harrison Center; treat staff, patrons, volunteers and work release laborers with respect
Counts and records daily donations
Prepares and deposits donations to the bank on a weekly basis; submits item delivery tickets from food vendor weekly
Prepares end of month lunch reports (logs)
Presents monthly nutrition education to clients
Attends quarterly Center Manager meetings and training sessions for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to maintain compliance
Completes participant enrollment forms and generates number given by the State of Alabama enrollment program to the monthly lunch report (log)
Communicates with Madison County Nutrition Coordinator on a weekly basis
Is knowledgeable about the State of Alabama’s Elderly Nutrition Program
Drives county vehicle to pick up supplies or deliver meals, packages, etc
Performs all other related work as necessary