Work within Highland Valley Elder Services Home Delivered Meals Program: Coordinating community dining and home delivered meals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for all Home Delivered Meals drivers in designated area, including training and supervision of drivers, and arranging for substitute drivers when necessary.

Take reservations, cancellations and place orders for Home Delivered Meals.

Coordinate with the elders the set-up, supplies, portion control, sanitation and equipment in the Community Dining Room.

Monitor food delivery, including meal count and temperature readings.

Maintain daily attendance sheets, voluntary donations and monthly consolidation forms for Community and Home Delivered Meals.

Other tasks as specified in the Dining Center Operations Manual.

Provide information, invitations and guidance to community residents to foster participation in the Nutrition Site Council and in support of the Resident Quality of Life model.

Participate in training and development activities to keep up with knowledge/skills leading to a strong performance in this position.Participate in required quality performance initiatives within program area.

Job Requirements:

Must be able to safely perform all job functions consistent with food service duties.

Must be able to use the telephone to maintain contact with elders and agency personnel.

Must be able to write and fill out required forms.

Must have the ability to work both independently, as well as cooperatively with the elders in the community, to promote a friendly and home-like atmosphere.

Must pass requirement for CORI.

Computer skills and comfortable with current office technology.

Food service knowledge and experience.

Good communication skills, both oral and written.

Strong interpersonal skills, including willingness to engage new and potential participants.

Must have vehicle for site visits and be willing to travel within service area if necessary.

Willingness to substitute at other Community Dining Centers (Amherst, Easthampton, Westfield) in the absence of the Site Coordinator in emergency situations.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of elders in the community, we invite you to apply for the position of Meals Site Coordinator. We offer competitive compensation, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Northampton, MA 01060: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person