Dining Coordinator (Temporary Status)

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation; California (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Referral bonus

Job summary

MAOF is seeking a Dining Coordinator to oversee meal service delivery and ensure quality for participants under the Nutrition Project Director. This non-exempt, temporary role requires coordinating meals, supervising volunteers, and maintaining daily records and program incomes at the Los Angeles County site.

Applicants must be bilingual in English and Spanish, pass the food handler exam within 30 days, have a valid CA driver's license, reliable transportation, and pass a DOJ background check.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Must pass Certified Food Handler Exam within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License, have reliable transportation and maintain liability insurance.
• Negative T.B. test or chest X-rays, negative drug and alcohol screen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare site for meal service.
• Supervise volunteers and or aides who help serve meals.
• Complete a record of attendance and program income and deliver it to main office on a daily basis.
• Plan social activities such as monthly birthday and holiday celebrations.
• Keep participants informed of resources, services and events at the Senior Multipurpose Center.
• Attend quarterly nutrition in-service training and other staff meetings as schedule.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Nutrition Project Director.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

About the Organization MAOF uses a multi-generational approach to uplift the whole family. We provide social services for infants through seniors across four pillars: early child education services, senior services, community development services, and community partnership services.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

TITLE: Dining Coordinator

PROGRAM: MAOF Senior Services Programs (Los Angeles County)

SALARY: $18.00 - $19.26 per hour

STATUS: Non-Exempt, Temporary (20 hours per week)

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Nutrition Project Supervisor, the Dining Coordinator will coordinate and supervise the delivery and quality of meal service to program participants and is responsible for completing all required paperwork.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will prepare site for meal service.
• Supervise volunteers and or aides who help serve meals.
• Complete a record of attendance and program income and deliver it to main office on a daily basis.
• Will plan social activities such as monthly birthday and holiday celebrations.
• Will keep participants informed of resources, services and events being held at the Institute's Senior Multipurpose Center.
• Will attend quarterly nutrition in-service training and other staff meetings as schedule.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Nutrition Project Director.

REQUIRMENTS:

• Bilingual Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Will be required to pass the Certified Food Handler Exam within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License, have reliable transportation and maintain liability insurance.
• Negative T.B. test or chest X-rays (stated by law), negative drug and alcohol screen test.
• Ability to relate well to clients and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Proven leadership skills, and the ability to communicate effectively and to complete required program records and reports.
• Must successfully pass the Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal background check with a valid clearance number.
• Ability to labor in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to maintain cooperative, diplomatic working relationships with co-workers and supervisors; work as part of a team and collaborate with department; and complete projects under tight deadlines even when there are completing requirements and changes in assignments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

MAOF Sponsored Benefits:

MAOF offers a comprehensive package of benefits and perks for both part- and full-time employees, including:

• Personal Time Off (PTO) for vacation, personal days, or sick leave.
• 48 hours of paid sick time.
• 12 paid holidays each calendar year.
• 5 days of paid bereavement leave.
• 5 days of paid jury duty.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match and 100% vesting.
• Basic life and accidental insurance, along with supplemental life insurance options.
• Pet insurance and supplemental plans for cancer, disability, and accidents.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling and various support services for employees and dependents.
• A $500 employee referral bonus for hiring new employees who complete 90 days.
• Discounts on various services and products including AT&T wireless, movies, and amusement parks.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and credit union membership.