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Child Nutrition Coordinator

SALINA FAMILY YMCA
Salina, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/21/2026
Location: Salina, KS 67401

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Child Nutrition Director, the Child Nutrition Coordinator will create, implement, manage, and model both systems and practices that support Child Nutrition. Emphasis will be on maintaining quality food according to state regulations. Oversee food sites maintaining clean kitchen/serving areas and a good relationship with all staff, members and participants. Coordinate other Food Service Program locations alongside director. Provides quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Other duties assigned by director.

Essential Functions

Supervise the stocking, preparing, and servicing all food and beverage items for YMCA Food Programs.

Supervise clean and safe kitchens and storage environments at all food sites.

Maintain acceptable standards in the Food Service areas based upon the State of Kansas, OSHA, USDA, and CACFP Regulations.

Create and follow all assigned schedules, menus, and operations.

Provide exceptional customer service by greeting all participants, maintaining a clean and safe facility, and consistently demonstrating professional conduct.

Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.

Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.

Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.

Actively participates in staff leadership activities and meetings

Assist in managing the budget by controlling expenses.

Monitor staff and sites for compliance with CACFP AND SFSP requirements.

All other duties as requested.

Qualifications

Experience assisting and preparing food for groups.

Must be knowledgeable and willing to take classes regarding food preparation, storage, etc.

Knowledge of Child and Adult Care Food Program and Summer Food Service within 30 and 60 days of hire. (Training opportunities available)

Maintain a positive relationship with children, employees, and guests.

Strong communication skills.

Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.

Attention to detail, accuracy, and meeting deadlines.

Use good judgment and discretion within the department and assignments.

Valid Kansas driver’s license.

Follow all Salina Family YMCA and Kansas Department of Health and Environment safety requirements.

Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Certifications: CPR & First Aid, within 30 days of hire. (Training opportunities available)

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must regularly lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds and occasionally move up to seventy-five (75) pounds in the form of supplies or equipment.

Able to sit, stand and bend to perform appropriate tasks.

Must be able to move at an appropriate pace to respond to emergencies.

Follow all safety requirements of the Salina Family YMCA.

May be required to stand for extended periods of time.

Work in different temperature environments.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations, listens for understanding meaning, speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another, establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings, strives to meet or exceed goals, and delivers a high-value experience for participants.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance, demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process, accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships have the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well.

EFFECTS ON END RESULTS

The community will recognize the YMCA as providing excellent service to all who walk through

our doors or contact us on the phone.

The YMCA will effectively connect and build relationships with its members and the community,

increasing member enrollment and retention.

Consistent, superior member service and satisfaction result in continued membership growth, programs, and special services.

Offers activities that foster children's development, building on the spirit, mind, and body.

Quality childcare program that reflects a positive image and mission of the YMCA and its services to the community.

Growth and nurturing children in the program by meeting individual development needs.

Creation of a warm, friendly atmosphere in which families can grow.

Maintain strong attendance and income

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive but to give a basic structure of the duties; the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the supervisor. Job descriptions and assignments may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.

Salary : $16 - $18

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