Asst. Director, Senior Nutrition Program
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional Development
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
Jewish Family Service Los Angeles (JFSLA) is a cornerstone organization committed to serving the diverse communities of Los Angeles with compassionate, comprehensive care and support. As a renowned nonprofit established to provide critical social services, JFSLA operates a wide network that embraces individuals and families of all backgrounds and identities. Their services are designed to foster resilience and empower people facing life's challenges, transitions, and uncertainties. Through dedicated staff and volunteers, the organization promotes safety, security, wellness, and fulfillment, providing a foundation where clients find both immediate assistance and long-term care solutions. JFSLA emphasizes an inclusive culture that values diversity,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in nutritional science, food service management, gerontology, or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years food service management experience with demonstrated leadership ability
- Must successfully complete basic training in Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) principles and receive certification as a Food Protection Manager by the LA County Dept. of Public Health within six months of being hired
- ServSafe Certificate required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently
- Detail-oriented
- Have solid organizational skills and able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
- Must be customer-focused, problem solver, culturally sensitive, and team oriented
- Strong supervisory, coaching, management and leadership skills
- Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- Requires knowledge of storage, preparation and service of food and sanitary requirements in large scale food operations
- Requires ability to estimate and budget for personnel, space, equipment, supplies and services
- Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Suite including Word and Excel
- Must have and maintain a valid CA driver license, satisfactory driving record, auto insurance coverage, and have daily access to a personal vehicle
- Bilingual Spanish and/or Russian is a plus but not required
- Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) prior to employment
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nutritional science, food service management, gerontology, or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years food service management experience with demonstrated leadership ability
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Detail-oriented
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
- Customer-focused, problem solver, culturally sensitive, and team oriented
- Strong supervisory, coaching, management and leadership skills
- Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- Knowledge of storage, preparation and service of food and sanitary requirements in large scale food operations
- Ability to estimate and budget for personnel, space, equipment, supplies and services
- Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Suite including Word and Excel
- Ability to create reports and use internet and email systems
Job Duties
- Assist in oversight of 15 congregate meal sites, home delivery program and large-scale Kosher kitchen
- Assist with ongoing operational assessments and the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure high quality, efficient service delivery
- Provide direct supervision of congregate meal site and home delivery managers
- Provide back-up supervision as needed to kitchen manager
- Provide adequate, budgeted staffing by participation in interviewing, hiring, orientation, ongoing training and coaching, and evaluation of direct report staff
- Assist program director with preparation and monthly management of annual budget
- Assist with oversight in the preparation and service of food and beverage items adhering to established food standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation and safety
- Assist program director in the planning, scheduling and publishing of menus for general and/or special diets meeting all mandated dietary guidelines and laws of Kashrut
- Assist with developing, implementing and enforcing program policies and procedures
- Assist with development and coordination of training to ensure staff maintain appropriate certification and knowledge
- Assist program director in creating quality assurance initiatives and response plans to ensure continuous program quality including client satisfaction surveys and data analysis
- Assist with ensuring maintenance of the highest rating on health inspections and correct any deficiencies
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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