Summer Program Counselor [Summer Foods Monitor]

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

2d•$17

About The Position

THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION Parks & Recreation Summer Foods Monitor Posting Expires: Open Until Filled Salary: $17.00 Job Description The Summer Food Service Monitor will work with the Department of Parks and Recreation under the supervision and guidance of the Program Coordinator. The Monitor will be responsible for monitoring assigned centers to monitor breakfast and lunch meal service for compliance with established USDA and State regulations; and providing administrative support for the Summer Food Service Program office. The goal of the program is to provide nutritious meals to children who are attending various community centers and public/private agency summer programs in the City of Atlanta during the summer. The program will primarily operate Monday through Friday. Mandatory training will be provided prior to start date. Monitors are critical to the successful operation of the Summer Food Service Program sites. They are the “eyes and ears,” providing valuable feedback about how the sites are operating by visiting sites on a regular basis and observing meal services. Description: Terms: Average 7 hours a day; Regular workday is from 7:15 a.m. - 3:00p.m. Monday-Friday (You must complete your workday before finishing your shift)

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Maintain a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and adequate auto insurance as required by State law
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Dependability
Minimum of one-year related work experience in nutrition or food production demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of this job
Familiar with public health regulations
Ability to read and comprehend procedures, calculate arithmetic and complete forms
Must be at least 18 years of age or older

Nice To Haves

College Degree
Supervisory experience
Familiarity with education and recreation programs for children in an urban setting
Familiarity with food safety guidelines or serve safe certification
Prior experience as a monitor or inspector in Food Service industry
Must have patience and be able to relate well with children
Strong time management skills and work ethic
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent people and management skills to interact with staff, colleagues, and cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Visits all sites within the first week of food service operation and regularly thereafter
Pick up and check accuracy of paperwork from each site weekly
Prepares reports of visits and reviews of food service operations on all assigned locations
Attends weekly meetings to report on findings
Review site paperwork for accuracy before submission to Summer Food Administrative Office
Ensure proper handling and storage of food
Ensure equipment is working properly
Ensures that food site personnel maintain records and required documents
Ensures each location maintains program supplies.
Ensures that site personnel maintain accurate records and that the program operates in accordance with the Federal and State requirements pertaining to Summer Food Service Program Regulations.