Training Specialist, Nutrition Services

Greeley•Greeley, CO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Functions as a working specialist providing employee support to ensure that Nutrition Services employees have the tools and resources necessary to be successful in their job roles. Performs operational activities including- employee onboarding and training; meal prep supervision and evaluation; implementation of USDA regulations; food waste prevention and reclamation efforts; and food and employee safety practices.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a related field or any other combination of related education, experience and training.
Current Colorado Driver's License.
ServSafe Certification, within 6 months of hire.
SNA Certification or Credentialing within 1 year of hire.
Meet current district vehicle insurance qualifications for driving coverage.

Nice To Haves

Experience with large-scale food production.
Leadership situations relating to meeting the social, emotional, psychological and academic needs of students.
A work environment where flexibility, ability to deal with conflict, a high tolerance for stress, an ability to quickly internalize information and make informed decisions, and long hours are a part of the assignment.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and deliver training and mentoring programs for Nutrition Services staff, with emphasis on onboarding and supporting new employees.
Set individual employee goals and support continuous skill and performance improvement.
Plan, support, and help implement department-wide employee training sessions and engagement events.
Respond to and resolve day-to-day operational questions from kitchen staff.
Ensure compliance with USDA, state, local, district, and departmental regulations and procedures for child nutrition programs.
Oversee the management of food waste prevention and food reclamation programs to support school food pantries.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of nutrition technology systems and support staff use of tools for ordering, inventory, production, and meal claiming.
Provide operational support to improve consistency and efficiency in kitchen and program functions.
Collaborate closely with Area Supervisors, Nutrition Resources Facilitator, and Bilingual Training Assistant to strengthen staff support systems.
Use effective and professional communication skills when interacting with staff and community members.