Nutrition Specialist (Cook/Driver)

Silver Key Senior Services, Inc. • Colorado Springs, CO

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About The Position

The Nutrition Specialist primarily supports the safe and timely delivery of nutritious meals to older adults and community dining sites. This position focuses on driving, route coordination, and logistics while also assisting with meal preparation, packaging, food safety, documentation, and site support as needed.
The role ensures meals are transported safely, accurately, and in compliance with all food safety and regulatory standards. While all Nutrition Specialists are cross-trained and expected to maintain competency across core operational functions, the primary function of this position is driving and delivery. Individual assignments may vary based on program needs, scheduling demands, and demonstrated competencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds and load/unload meal carriers safely.
• Strong organizational skills, reliability, and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of Silver Key Senior Services' mission, policies, procedures, business‑specific software, and safety regulations.
• Must successfully complete required drug screening and background checks, including Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS).
• Must pass all required background checks, ServSafe basic certification required within 90 days of hire, and must maintain valid driver's license and insurance.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to train small groups of volunteers.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply common‑sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram‑form instructions.
• Able to address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods, must use hands and fingers for kitchen tasks, must be able to reach, talk, hear, taste, smell, and occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch, and must be able to lift up to 50 pounds of food or equipment.
• Position requires close, distance and peripheral vision.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices; ServSafe certification preferred or ability to obtain.
• Experience in planning and food service operations management.
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport, and deliver meals and supplies to congregate dining sites and client homes in a timely manner.
• Follow assigned routes and delivery schedules while adapting to changes as needed.
• Maintain accurate delivery logs, route sheets, meal counts, and required documentation.
• Ensure proper food temperature control during transport and document temperature logs as required.
• Communicate and coordinate with staff, volunteers, and site contacts to address delivery issues or route adjustments.
• Inspect, maintain, and safely operate assigned vehicles and equipment in compliance with all safety and traffic laws.
• Perform basic vehicle checks and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Portion and securely package meals following dietary, delivery, and program standards.
• Apply correct labels listing dietary restrictions, delivery info, dates, and counts.
• Monitor and accurately record food temperatures and losses.
• Support cold production operations, including labeling, packing, and meal organization.
• Assist with hot and cold food preparation and packaging as needed.
• Portion, label, and organize meals according to dietary and program standards.
• Monitor and record food temperatures and support cold production operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, workspaces, and storage areas.
• Assist with inventory management, receiving, stock rotation (FIFO), and organized storage.
• Support congregate dining service, café operations, and general site activities as assigned.
• Engage respectfully with older adult participants and provide excellent customer service.
• Assist with reservations, meal counts, rosters, and documentation.
• Provide support and guidance to volunteers, interns, and students.
• Help maintain a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment.
• Complete required forms, reports, and monthly documentation accurately and on time.
• Process referrals, inquiries, complaints, and participant communications as needed.
• Support compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.
• Assist with audits, monitoring visits, and program reporting.
• Maintain competency across production, delivery, site coordination, and administrative functions through cross-training.
• Adapt work procedures to meet changing program needs and deadlines.
• Promote a client-focused, respectful, and professional environment.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Silver Key values the growth and development of our full-time hourly employees. With supervisor approval, you can take advantage of various professional development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career. These opportunities are tailored to help you excel in your role and contribute more effectively to our mission of serving seniors.
• Mental Health First Aid
• Peer Support Certification
• Other Supervisor-Approved Trainings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED