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Nutrition Services Manager
Location:
Saint Louis, MO
Description:
About Operation Food Search: Founded in 1981, Operation Food Search is a hunger relief organization that provides food, nutrition education and innovative programs in order to reduce food insecurity and increase equitable access to food. We serve 200,000 people every month through a network of 330 partners in 27 counties in Missouri and Illinois. We use a combination of immediate food assistance and supportive services, while also working on long-term solutions and systemic changes to help solve the problem of hunger. Our Mission is to heal hunger with innovative and collaborative solutions that provide food today and help create a hunger-free tomorrow. Our Vision is a region where everyone has equitable access to the food they need to lead healthy lives. Our Goals are to: Meet the immediate need for food for children, individuals, and families by providing high-quality nutrition through our distribution network. Empower long-term skills through nutrition education and by teaching how to shop and prepare healthy food on a budget. Champion change through advocacy and innovative programs and by addressing systemic inequities. For more information about OFS, please visit our website at www.operationfoodsearch.org . Position Summary: The Nutrition Services Manager will coordinate and execute the food intervention for OFS Food is Medicine (FIM) initiatives. Each FIM program provides a distinct medically tailored food "prescription" developed by a team of Registered Dietitians. The Nutrition Services Manager will execute the prescribed plan by fulfilling food-related needs. This includes procurement and delivery of food provided to program participants and supervision of all support staff and volunteers involved in this effort. Essential Functions: Oversee sourcing of all food components and packaging for a diverse portfolio of FIM programs, including the Fresh Fork Market, Nourishing Healthy Starts, and Prescribing Healthy Futures, as well as future FIM programs. Facilitate receiving, sorting, storage, and inventory of all food products and materials both onsite at OFS and at off-site program locations. Utilize staff and volunteer resources efficiently to complete daily operations of packing and delivery of food. Facilitate these tasks when necessary. Structure and manage delivery routes, including home delivery to participants and bulk delivery to program partners. Collaborate with the FIM team to ensure coverage for all food pick-ups at the OFS facility. Following procurement protocols, work with multiple vendors to obtain competitive pricing. Ensure accurate financial records and timely processing of payment information for all purchases. Supervise, train, evaluate, and mentor employees. Schedule, train, and supervise volunteers. Research new food and/or delivery models with potential to enhance current or future FIM programs and make recommendations to the program team. Education and Experience: 3+ years' experience in food service management, operations, logistics, procurement, nutrition, and/or public health preferred. Experience working on community-based programs. Experience working with families and individuals living with food insecurity. Minimum of 1 years' experience in people management. ServSafe Manager Certification or willingness to complete certification within 90 days of hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong communication skills and ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships with OFS team, partners, and stakeholders. Flexible working style to accommodate variable program development timelines. Detail-oriented with ability to work on multiple projects concurrently. Ability to work in a self-directed manner and without close supervision. Possession of a flexible and growth-based mindset and desire to actively seek out opportunities to learn. Demonstrated ability to work in and understand the needs of diverse, multi-cultural populations. Training and/or understanding around racial equity, social justice, and Trauma-Informed Care. Proficient computer skills with Teams, MS Office, PowerPoint, Google Drive, and Excel. Special Requirements: Valid driver's license. Willingness to drive cargo vans for food deliveries within the St. Louis area as needed. Flexibility to work evening hours on a regular basis and occasional weekends for special events. Willingness to assist with other OFS duties as required or as assigned. Working Conditions and Physical Demands: Ability to stand for up to two hours at a time and lift 40 pounds. Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage HRA and FSA 401(k) retirement plan Vacation and sick time, paid holidays Short and long-term disability income Company-paid term life and AD&D insurance Voluntary employee-paid term life and AD&D insurance Employee assistance program Wellness support Potential for student loan forgiveness, if qualified To Apply: Please submit your application and include your resume at https://operationfoodsearch.aaimtrack.com/jobs/961057-219018.html Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Company:
Operation Food Search
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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