Food & Nutrition Specialist
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The Salvation Army Mission Statement:The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. BASIC PURPOSEThe purpose of the Food & Nutrition Specialist position is to provide support for Hope Express, Medically Tailored Meals, Fresh Choice Food Program and all other food/nutrition initiatives. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare, cook, and serve meals and snacks for Hope Express and Medically Tailored Meals

Conduct street outreach services

Coordinate intake and program eligibility for food & nutrition programs

Maintain gifts-in-kind donation records

Assist in the coordination of the Fresh Choice Food Program

Maintain inventory of food products, equipment and supplies

Operate and maintain the mobile kitchen trailer and assigned vehicle

Serve on the Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) team

Coordinate assigned volunteers

Participate in weekly case conference meetings

Participate in program and agency trainings as assigned

Maintain accurate participant records in various information management systems; and generate reports as requested

Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPPA standards

Maintain a highly detailed and organized filling system

Ensure intake and care procedures utilize harm reduction and trauma informed care principles

Check and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basis

Adhere to confidentiality standards

Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Ability to speak and write the English language at a high and professional level

High degree of confidentiality

Able to endorse and promote The Salvation Army's mission

Minimum two (2) years of food service, social service/work and/or related experience preferred

Computer literate, in Windows environment (Microsoft Office), Word, Excel and Outlook preferred

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presence

Excellent organizational skills

Strong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasks

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

High school diploma

Must possess ServSafe Food Handler certification

Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle

Must be 21 years or older

Authorize The Salvation Army to add name to the CA DMV Pull Notice Program

Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training

Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check to include a DOJ Livescan Fingerprint check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis

Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects

Ability to reach overhead

Ability to operate telephone

Ability to lift up to 50-70 lbs.

Ability to operate a computer

Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information

Ability to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship. This position is funded by a grant and its continuation is contingent upon the renewal of the grant funding. Employment in this role is dependent on the ongoing availability of funding, and there is no guarantee of continuation beyond the current funding period. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)