Nutrition Coordinator

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South is the preeminent youth development organization in Southeastern Massachusetts, serving more than 2,500 youth annually from infancy to adulthood from nearly 50 zip codes at our Clubhouses in Brockton and Taunton, 100-acre Camp Riverside property, and at several community extension sites across the region. BGCMS is fueled by a critical mission "to nurture strong minds, healthy bodies and community spirit through youth-driven, high-impact programming in safe and fun environments" to ensure that every child in need of support, opportunity, and belonging has a positive place to spend their out-of-school hours. We hold an intrinsic belief that every child deserves an equal chance to pursue the American Dream – to have a genuine opportunity to realize their full potential to achieve a great future.

The Nutrition Coordinator is responsible for supporting and assisting all daily operations of the nutrition and related food services programs, including the daily preparation, production and service of meals, snacks, and all food service operations. The Nutrition Coordinator reports to the Director of Culinary Operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This list below includes essential function that may or may not be assigned to and individual within this role. They are, however, all areas of focus that fall under the umbrella of this position. These duties do not necessarily constitute a full list of responsibilities.

Nutritional Planning:

• Prepare and implement the menu cycle to achieve maximum efficiency within nutritional guidelines. Seek to incorporate high-level food choices, with focus on culturally and ethnically diverse options, healthy selections, and unique youth focused "fun with food."
• Assist in the daily inventory, organization and procurement of ordering food.
• Assist in the planning and development of menu development.
• In partnership with supervisor, host quarterly listening sessions with targeted Club members to increase member input into meal service.
• Assist with Clubhouse meetings including meal service and food preparation

Food Safety & Compliance:

• Responsible for the daily sanitation and operation of a clean kitchen facility and service stations within Clubhouses.
• Complete necessary preparation of food by following proper sanitation, safety guidelines, regulations and standards.
• Maintain compliance with all Department of Education and Local Board of Health regulations.
• Maintain daily temperature recordings of stored and potentially hazardous foods in compliance with all food safety regulations.
• Provide detailed reports on daily food service patterns, service records, and relevant program information.
• Participate in ongoing trainings and meetings as required by governing agencies and food service partners.

Freight Farm & Partnerships:

• Communication in a timely manner with Freight Farms and community partners to assist in food service operations, where applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED required. Food service degree preferred.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations and food preparation required.
• ServSafe, CPR & First Aid certified or ability to become certified in timely manner.
• Technological proficiency, including a command of the Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with using a database to track and extract information.
• Exemplary communication skills (written and verbal) are needed, including the ability to present in front of large groups, interact with and motivate stakeholders, represent the organization at community events and meetings, and write professionally in emails, etc.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people (staff, families, youth, etc.) and a track record of building and sustaining meaningful relationships with individuals and teams from all socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Commitment to professionalism including high expectations and standards of quality, a strong work ethic and personal code of ethics, accountability, and dependability.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with the ability to set effective objectives for teams and individuals and take ownership for results.
• Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
• Willing to provide leadership daily in a normal eight-hour day and occasional night and weekend hours. This position does not provide for remote work options.
• Certifications: As outlined in BGCMS Training Academy upon hire or within allocated training timelines.
• This position requires a valid driver's license and will require frequent local travel.

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Engaging Community: Builds bridges beyond our walls to ensure our Clubs' work is community-focused, welcoming of all, and providing wide-reaching community benefits.
• Inclusion: Values all people (members, families, staff, volunteers, donors, partners, etc.) for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural competence.
• Communication & Influence : Listens to understand and expresses self effectively (in written and verbal communications) in ways which engage, inspire, inform, and build commitment to our mission.
• Program/Project Management: Ensures program/project budgetary and impact goals are achieved with respect for deadlines and workflows.

Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Clubs' work and impact in the community and on members.

• Developing Self & Others: Develops self (skills and actions) and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
• Teamwork & Cooperation: Demonstrates ability to work productively and cooperatively with others at all levels to achieve individual and collective goals for impact. Understands and manages emotions effectively.

If you desire to a part of a culinary team that provide nutritious and great tasting food for our club kids to help "build great futures", we encourage you to apply for this unique role Our brand new Blue Spoon Community Kitchen is growing to serve our clubhouses and surrounding communities. We look forward to hearing from you

Please email your cover letter and resume to or mail to:

Chef Andy Teixeira | Director of Culinary Operations

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South | Club Support Center

19 Court Street | Taunton, MA 02780

DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. All offers are contingent upon passing a thorough background check including a CORI, SORI and National Criminal History Background check. Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $ $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending