Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles · 15 hours ago
Asst. Director, Senior Nutrition Program
Los Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expJewish Family Service of Los Angeles is a comprehensive network of services that supports individuals and families. The Assistant Director, Senior Nutrition Program is responsible for assisting the program director with daily operations of meal programs and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
CharityCommunitiesElder CareElderlyHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
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 in adherence to established food standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation and safety (meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines) and portion control
Assist program director in the planning, scheduling and publishing of menus for general and/or special diets meeting all mandated dietary guidelines in compliance with contractual specifications, minimum RDAs of key nutrients, and the 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/knowledge
Assist program director in creating quality assurance initiatives and response plans to ensure continuous program quality including the administration of client satisfaction surveys and analysis of data
Assist with ensuring maintenance of the highest rating on health inspections and corrects any deficiencies
Qualification
Required
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 the sanitary requirements and equipment used in large scale food operations
Requires ability to estimate and budget for future needs and cost of personnel, space, equipment, supplies and services
Strong computer literacy in all Microsoft Suite including, Word and Excel, ability to create reports, and use internet and electronic mail systems
Must have and maintain a valid CA driver license, satisfactory driving record, auto insurance coverage, and have daily access to a personal vehicle
Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) prior to beginning employment
Preferred
Bilingual Spanish and/or Russian is a plus but not required
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles
Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles is a nonprofit organization that offers counseling, food, and eldercare support to the community.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Catherine Schneider
Sr. Vice President and Chief Resource Development and Engagement Officer
Dawn Wallace
Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)
Recent News
Jewish Family Services LA
2025-04-23
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