Nutrition Specialist
Nutrition Specialist
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Nutrition Specialist
FLSA Status: Full Time NonExempt Regular
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week
Department: Nutrition (400)
Reports to: Manager of Nutrition Operations
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB
The primary function of the position is to facilitate the operations of the Older Americans Act (OAA) Connections Cafs which serve as community hubs offering nutritious meals social engagement and support services to eligible older adults. This role also includes administrative support to assist with efficient daily food operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversees daily cold production operations including labeling packing organizing delivery routes and monitoring food safety.
- Accurately portions and securely packs meals per dietary guidelines.
- Creates and applies proper labels noting dietary needs and delivery info.
- Oversees and records congregate reservations and daily meal counts.
- Orders meals by the cutoff time balancing demand and minimizing waste.
- Submits required monthly paperwork including food rosters.
- Maintains sanitation of all food service areas and equipment.
- Monitors and logs food temperatures to meet safety standards.
- Follows department policies and procedures.
- Trains and supports volunteers in food service roles.
- Promotes a welcoming environment and models respectful behavior.
- Reports safety issues member concerns or incidents to management.
- Ensures fair civil rightscompliant treatment of all diners.
- Travels to various congregate sites to support operations and provide coverage during staff absences.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None.
VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT RESONSIBILITIES
Regularly interacts engages and provides guidance to volunteers. Silver Key is a volunteercentric organization. Support volunteers and interns to coordinate and coach appropriate food safety standards.
DRIVING DUTIES
Will be required to drive on behalf of Silver Key Senior Services. Must maintain a current valid Colorado Drivers License. Must maintain the state issued minimum automotive liability insurance coverage. Must observe and obey all federal state and local traffic laws. Responsible for the proper function and maintenance of any Silver Key vehicles used in performing assigned duties.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Silver Key Senior Services is a drugfree organization. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and background checks. Businessspecific knowledge: Knowledge of Silver Key Senior Services mission statement policies/procedures businessspecific software and safety regulations. This position requires a background check by Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS).
REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Two or more years experience in food service industry; knowledge of large quantity meal preparation and menu planning ability to lift 50 lbs.; ability to maintain confidentiality; good organization skills; ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment.
DESIRABLE PREFERRED OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to work independently prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Experience in food handling sanitation regulations and commercial kitchen or warehouse settings
- Strong time management skills to ensure timely food preparation and delivery
- Demonstrates strong comprehension of instructions and the ability to guide others
- Maintains confidentiality of client staff and business information
- Exercises sound professional judgment and ethical conduct
- Bilingual (Spanish) desirable but not required
- Clean driving record
TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENCY
This position uses Microsoft Office label printers cleaning and sanitation tools online training programs messaging apps time clocks and kitchen or cash register systems.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to train small groups of volunteers.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Addition subtraction multiplication and division for handling orders calculating totals and providing change to customers and able to keep track of stock levels to determine how much product is needed based on demand or order history.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to problem solve involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS
- Must pass:
- Background check
- Drug test
- CAPS check
- Clear MVR
- Complete the ServSafe certification (within 90 days of hire).
- Drivers License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires standing walking and sitting for periods of time. Utilization of hands and fingers to operate office computer keyboard and equipment required. Must be able to reach with hands and arms talk hear and stoop kneel or crouch if needed. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
VISION REQUIREMENTS
Position requires close distance and peripheral vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The majority of the work takes place at the caf site with the remainder done in the kitchen or office.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Silver Key values the growth and development of our fulltime 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 SupervisorApproved Trainings
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications skills efforts duties responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENT Must pass drug test and background check prior to hire and periodically during employment as determined by organization standards as well as State and Federal contracting requirements
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
