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Nutrition Service ManagerYMCA of the East Bay • Berkeley, CA, US
Nutrition Service Manager

Nutrition Service Manager

YMCA of the East Bay • Berkeley, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Nutrition Service Manager

Nourish young minds and help shape healthy futures. The YMCA of the East Bay is seeking a dedicated Nutrition Services Manager to lead our nutrition program serving children in Head Start, Early Head Start, and CDE / CSS programs. You'll ensure that all children receive healthy meals, nutrition education, and equitable access to wellness services that support lifelong health.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Full-time employees are eligible for heavily subsidized coverage with several plan options.
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, with options for Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses.
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance for added financial protection.
  • Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs to support mental health and work-life balance.
  • Commuter Benefits available for eligible employees.
  • 12 Designated Holidays, including New Year's Day.
  • Paid Time Off for vacation and sick leave.
  • Professional Development Opportunities and ongoing training to support your career growth.
  • YMCA Membership Benefits and discounts on programs for you and your family.

Position Summary

The Nutrition Services Manager oversees all aspects of food service operations, menu planning, nutrition compliance, and family engagement for our early learning programs. This role supervises nutrition staff, coordinates with vendors and dietitians, ensures food safety and CACFP / USDA compliance, and builds partnerships that promote healthy development.

What Success Looks Like

  • Communication is timely, culturally responsive, and builds trust with families and partners.
  • Nutrition services meet or exceed program standards and compliance requirements.
  • Families are engaged in supporting healthy habits at home and school.
  • Reports and documentation are completed accurately and on schedule.
  • What You Bring

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, Health Education, or related field (Master's or Registered Dietitian preferred)
  • 2+ years' experience in Head Start, CACFP, or a similar child nutrition program
  • Experience managing food service or kitchen operations a plus
  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures
  • Valid California Driver's License, reliable transportation, and required clearances (TB, DOJ, CCL)
  • Bilingual English / Spanish preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • 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.
  • Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities
  • Must be able to travel locally for meetings, training and special events
  • Visual ability to clearly monitor activities
  • Mobility to quickly respond to emergencies
  • Specific Essential Function from the Job Description for this role :

  • Oversee food service contract implementation and kitchen / food production operation in centers based on CACFP / USDA / Head Start Program Performance Standards or other requirements.
  • Provide staff training as required by CACFP / USDA / Head Start Program Performance Standards. Ensure implementation of Family Style Meal Service.
  • Maintain regular communication with food vendors to ensure meal counts and accommodations are up to date and plans for children with Medical Statements are implemented.
  • Work with Registered Dietitian to oversee menu development and planning, and / or revision as needed and ensure distribution in predominant languages served.
  • Ensure food safety / sanitation; required menus and food safety and handling postings and resources are in all centers.
  • Train, supervise, and monitor the work of the Cook, Assistant Cook, Nutrition Coordinator, Nutrition Specialist, and other nutrition staff, as appropriate. Provide ongoing coaching and assessment to support their work.
  • Coordinate with Nutrition team members to conduct site monitoring, file monitoring, and recordkeeping.
  • Provide budget recommendations and monitor food production records.
  • Train and advise Nutrition Assistants in the center kitchens, and ensure ServSafe food handlers training is completed. Supervise Nutrition Assistants at centers in all Areas.
  • Oversee Nutrition supplies and equipment inventory, ordering, and purchasing.
  • Complete paperwork for CACFP contract renewal and / or food service bidding process.
  • Coordinate with Nutrition Coordinator and Nutrition Specialists to ensure agency's nutrition assessment process is completed, and appropriate referrals are made, including nutrition-related screenings and assessments; use database to track information, report and follow-up on monitoring, develop plan for nutrition-related activities and services.
  • Develop positive relationships with local Women, Infants and Children (W.I.C.) agencies, public health departments, and food or nutrition-related service providers.
  • Participate in agency's Health and Mental Health Advisory Committee and other health or nutrition advisory committees or meetings with staff, parents and community professionals; develop and update Nutrition Policies and Procedures annually, or as needed.
  • Convene and participate in staff meetings and professional development trainings.
  • Identify areas of opportunity to amend and / or create systems for improved program efficiency and implementation. Including, but not limited to, recordkeeping, policies and procedures, internal and external communication, training, monitoring, and food service operations.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.
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