Food Service Coordinator

Status: Part-Time Rate: $18-20/hour POSITION SUMMARY: The Food Service Coordinator is responsible for the efficient and safe operation of the provision of nutritious, high-quality meals and snacks for the YMCA of Greater Springfield's Education Departments, including Early Childhood Education and School Age Child Care programs.

This role primarily oversees food ordering, inventory management, kitchen sanitation, and adherence to nutritional guidelines and regulations. On occasion, prepare frozen entrees or frozen meals. The meals are then brought to the Preschool and School Age Children’s rooms. The Food Service Coordinator ensures a positive and healthy mealtime experience for all children in our care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

In conjunction with the outside vendor, plan daily meals and snacks according to established menus and schedules, and ensuring timely delivery to program site. When needed, heat frozen entrees or frozen food to be served to the children Utilize standardized recipes and portion control measures to ensure consistency and cost-effectiveness.

Manage kitchen staff (if applicable), including scheduling, training, and providing guidance and supervision. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations. Ensure proper functioning of all kitchen equipment, arranging for repairs and maintenance as needed. Implement and maintain a system for proper storage, labeling, and rotation of food supplies.

Manage food and supply inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste. Establish and maintain relationships with approved vendors. Monitor food costs and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to food safety, sanitation, and nutrition (e.

g., USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program

• CACFP). Participate in health and safety inspections and implement any necessary corrective actions. Communicate effectively with Education Department staff regarding menus, dietary needs, and any relevant kitchen information. Collaborate with program staff to address any food-related concerns or requests from parents or children.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required; and knowledge of Food Service or a related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience in food service, preferably in childcare or educational setting. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices, including Serv. Safe certification (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe).

Understanding of basic nutrition principles and USDA guidelines (CACFP knowledge a plus). Experience with menu planning, food preparation, and inventory management. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand or reach for extended periods of times, move around the work environment independently, push, pull or lift up to 25 pounds for short periods of time.

Employee is exposed to noise and fluctuating temperatures.