Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.00 - $22.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Flexible Schedule
Professional development opportunities
Holiday pay
Job Description
FiftyForward Fresh is a key division within FiftyForward, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support and resources to older adults and their families in the Nashville area. Founded with a mission to foster a vibrant and healthy community, FiftyForward offers a wide array of services including adult day services, meals on wheels, and food security programs designed to improve the quality of life for seniors and individuals in need. At the heart of its efforts is the commitment to making nutritious meals accessible, addressing food insecurity, and ensuring that community members receive quality care and compassionate support. The organization values... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior experience in food service or kitchen coordination preferred
- ServSafe and CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain
- ability to work flexible hours
- ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- ability to manage and supervise volunteers
- ability to maintain food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to operate basic kitchen and office equipment
- ability to lift up to 15 lbs and perform physical tasks including standing walking and bending
- willingness to work in a smoke-free environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior experience in food service or kitchen coordination preferred
- strong verbal and written communication skills
- ability to work flexibly and cooperatively with staff volunteers members customers and providers
- strong organizational customer service and time management skills
- ability to work independently and collaboratively
- ServSafe and CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain
Job Duties
- Lead prep and plating of lunchtime meals for Adult Day Services and Meals on Wheels provided by The Nashville Food Project
- lead prep and plating of ADS breakfast and afternoon snacks
- maintain quality control of perishable food ensuring timely rotation and distribution
- ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and storage areas per Metro Health Department standards and report maintenance needs
- schedule train and supervise volunteers for food packaging and food security needs
- foster a welcoming and collaborative environment for volunteers while ensuring meals are prepared and packaged correctly and on schedule
- ensure consistency in food safety and sanitation practices
- maintain a thriving inventory of frozen meals for outreach and Meals on Wheels ensuring portion control
- reserve and serve meals for volunteer and donor events
- meet regularly with ADS staff and supervisor to plan and discuss food needs
- prepare and pack grocery bags and frozen meals for customer delivery and document departures
- prepare and post weekly menus according to program requirements
- assist with Food Security outreach events assembling and distributing food
- complete daily checklist of tasks
- follow agency safety and emergency procedures
- assist with Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday meal provision including providing oversight and coordination on-site on Thanksgiving and/or Christmas Day
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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