Food Service Specialist

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CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

Every TAP employee shares in TAP’s responsibility to “Mobilize Community Resources” in support of TAP’s anti-poverty efforts.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Food Service Specialist performs a variety of food service, meal support, and delivery duties in support of daily kitchen operations and meal distribution for child development centers. Responsibilities include preparing and cooking food in large quantities, assisting with food production and packaging, maintaining food service records, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas and equipment, preparing meals for transportation, and delivering food to designated centers. Additional duties include assisting with meal service at child development centers, setting up and serving meals and snacks, monitoring dining areas to promote cleanliness and safety, and helping maintain compliance with nutrition, sanitation, and program guidelines.

This position also supports inventory management, prepares special dietary substitutions and field trip meals, and assists with maintaining compliance with USDA/CACFP regulations, food safety standards, and agency procedures. The employee may work independently on assigned tasks and under direct supervision for assignments outside routine duties. Work is reviewed through observation and inspection.

 

REPORTING STRUCTURE:

Supervised by: Food Service Manager

Supervises: None directly; may assist with oversight of food service staff in the absence of the Food Service Manager

Coordinates with: All Food Service Staff, Center Lunch Aides, and Child Development Centers

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Food Service Specialist performs a wide range of food preparation, meal service, delivery, sanitation, inventory, and support functions to ensure the efficient operation of the food service program for child development centers. Responsibilities include:

  • Preparing, cooking, packaging, transporting, and serving meals and snacks in accordance with approved menus, CACFP guidelines, and established food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Preparation and cooking of meats, vegetables, fruits, breakfast items, snacks, and other food items in large quantities; following approved menus, standardized creditable recipes, and special dietary requirements.
  • Preparing and packaging meals, snacks, allergy substitutions, and field trip meals; labeling food items and maintaining accurate food service documentation.
  • Organizing and preparing food and supplies for daily and weekly center deliveries.
  • Filling meal totes with correct menu items
  • Receiving, inspecting, storing, and rotating inventory.
  • Stocking food and supplies from refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas; and returning unused food items to proper storage locations following meal service.
  • Loading, unloading, and transporting food, meal containers, and supplies
  • Operating agency vehicles to complete assigned meal delivery routes including assisting with vehicle fueling, cleaning, inspections, maintenance appointments and ensuring timely and accurate delivery of meals to designated centers.
  • Maintains cleanliness and sanitation throughout kitchen, storage, prep, dishwashing, loading dock, and vehicle areas by washing and sanitizing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, equipment, prep stations, refrigerators, freezers, floors, and delivery totes in accordance with health and safety standards.
  • Assists with receiving vendor deliveries, organizing supply shipments, removing trash and recyclable materials, and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times.
  • Assist Center Lunch Aides with meal setup and service, communicate meal-related information between centers and kitchen staff, and support daily operations in the absence of the Food Service Manager as assigned.
  • Ability to obtain SERV Safe Food Handler or Manager Certification
  • Expected to work cooperatively as part of the food service team and perform other related duties as required.

 

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Knowledge of food sanitation and food safety procedures.
  • Ability to learn repetitive tasks quickly and efficiently.
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in oral and written form.
  • Basic math and recordkeeping skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
  • Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain positive working relationships.

 

TRAINING, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Minimum of six months experience in food service operations required.
  • Experience in large-scale food preparation or institutional kitchen operations preferred.
  • Valid Virginia Operator’s License with a good driving record preferred for positions requiring food delivery duties.
  • Reliable transportation required.
  • Participation in Whole Family training and agency data entry systems may be required as part of agency operations and client services.
  • Serve Safe training preferred.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must pass drug screening and all required background checks, including criminal, sex offender, and child protective services screenings.
  • Employees operating agency or personal vehicles for agency business may be subject to Virginia DMV Driver Alert Program monitoring.
  • Ability to perform heavy physical work including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, balancing, and repetitive hand movements.
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects, supplies, and food containers regularly.
  • Visual acuity sufficient to safely operate motor vehicles and equipment and to inspect work for accuracy and cleanliness.
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors and tolerate exposure to noise, heat, odors, fumes, dust, mists, chemicals, gases, and other kitchen-related environmental conditions.

 

DISCLAIMER:

This job description provides information regarding the essential functions and general nature of the work performed. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications that may be required and should not be interpreted as limiting the assignments that may be given.

Every employee shares responsibility in supporting TAP’s mission to “Mobilize Community Resources” in support of anti-poverty efforts.

We only hire individuals legally eligible for employment in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug-Free Workplace

Bilingual abilities is a plus.

Veteran Employment Specialist

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CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

Every TAP employee shares in TAP’s responsibility to “Mobilize Community Resources” in support of TAP’s anti-poverty efforts.

 

DEFINITION AND PURPOSE:

Recruit eligible homeless or potentially homeless veteran candidates for program participation. Ensure successful client employment matches. Develop relationships with employers to ensure successful partnerships.

 

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Supervised by:        Assistant Director/Director

Supervises:             No one

Coordinates with:    TAP programs, Local businesses and Veteran related resources

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Recruit candidates for HVRP program.
  • Establishes contacts with prospective new employers.
  • Maintains contact with existing employers.
  • Facilitates employment relationship between employers and participants.
  • Assists participants enrolled in program to seek and/or obtain suitable employment.
  • Develops relationships with temporary employers and/or temporary employment agencies, when applicable.
  • Meets program placement goals as outlined in the grant.
  • Meets with employers to market HVRP, develops ongoing relationships, and develops job placement opportunities for participants.
  • Forms working relationships with community employment services and resources, including Virginia Employment Commission, VA Medical Center, local Chambers of Commerce and the Virginia Workforce Investment Board.
  • Conducts employment group sessions and classes.
  • Recruits community volunteers to participate in job readiness workshops.
  • Counsels participants on career planning and administer career assessment to determine client interests and skill level.
  • Counsels participants on job seeking skills.
  • Maintains an ongoing list of employers and job openings sharing the same with participants. Posts job openings in HVRP office.
  • Assists participants with employment needs, supplying clothing and accessing assistive technology resources when applicable.
  • Assists participants in obtaining appropriate employment documents.
  • Assists participants with approved transportation requirements.
  • Conducts employment follow-ups in a timely manner.
  • Maintains complete and accurate participant files and data entry.
  • Inputs required employment information in TAP data system at baseline, and throughout follow-up.
  • Prepares required monthly report and submits in a timely manner.
  • Facilitates quarterly Employment meetings with area businesses.
  • Facilitates quarterly Veteran Coalition meetings.
  • Spends hours assisting at the American Jobs Center/Work Force Center
  • Attends trainings and meetings as required by program.
  • Performs other duties as assigned and required.

 

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of employer’s policy and procedures preferred.
  • Working knowledge of state employment regulations and human resource policies preferred.
  • Experience with offenders and ex-offenders helpful.
  • Must be computer literate.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
  • Knowledge of computer data entry required.
  • Excellent organizational skills and leadership ability.
  • Good written and oral communication skills are a must.
  • Ability to communicate with various racial and economic backgrounds.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Demonstrated ability to instruct adults in job seeking and retention skills, including resume writing and conflict resolution.

 

TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Graduation from a four-year college or have related experience.
  • Experience with human services or veteran programs preferred.
  • Training and experience in employment services preferred.
  • Training and experience in facilitating groups are preferred.
  • At TAP, we focus on the Whole Family Approach.   Whole Family is a family led strategy to achieve set goals.  As an employee you may be required to attend Whole Family training and subject to data entry into the agency’s software as part of the Whole Family approach and serving clients

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Reliable transportation and a valid Virginia Operator’s license with a good driving record for insurance purposes.
  • TAP participates in the Virginia DMV Driver Alert Program.  Employees who operate a TAP vehicle or their personal vehicle to conduct TAP business may be subject to driver record monitoring through the Virginia DMV Driver Alert Program.
  • Able and willing to travel extensively.
  • Must pass drug screening.  Some positions require positive complete background screening including:  criminal, sex offender and child protective services.
  • Physical activity of this position – climbing; ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like; stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, use of fingers for – picking, pinching and typing; grasping, feeling, hearing, talking, repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • Physical requirements of this position – light work; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
  • Visual acuity requirements of this position – close visual acuity to perform such activities as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
  • Conditions subject to in this position – worker not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

 

This description provides information regarding the essential functions of the designated job, and general nature and level of work associated with the job.  It should not be interpreted to describe all the duties that may be required of such employees or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments such an individual may be given.

We only hire individuals legally eligible for employment in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace

Bilingual Ability is a plus.

Assistant Director of Finance

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CLASSIFICATION:    Exempt/Administrative

Every TAP employee shares in TAP’s responsibility to “Mobilize Community Resources” in support of TAP’s anti-poverty efforts.

A resume and cover letter are required for this position.

 

DEFINITION AND PURPOSE:

Perform complex professional and difficult administrative work directing the activities of the Finance component of TAP.

 

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Supervised by:      Director of Finance

Supervises:           Accounts Payable Specialist and Junior Staff Accountant

Coordinates with: TAP Directors and Managers

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist in carrying out the plans and the activities of the Finance component of TAP;
  • Assists in the preparation and administration of TAP’s budget and advises other TAP officials regarding the same;
  • Assists in the submission of reports and timely draw-downs of accounts receivable;
  • Assists other components with the development of implementation of financial systems;
  • Advises TAP officials on all financial matters of TAP;
  • Assists in the establishment and maintenance of the financial and accounting systems of TAP;
  • Assists in the preparation of annual fiscal statements;
  • Assists in the preparation of other reports of the fiscal condition of TAP;
  • Prepares RFPs for matters such as independent auditors, pension and health care administration;
  • Assists the independent auditors with the review of TAP financial records;
  • Assists in maintaining liability insurance to cover all risks;
  • Assists in the planning and implementation of new or recommended changes in the fiscal control and data processing systems;
  • Assists in updating the financial procedures manual as required;
  • Works closely with other organizations rendering technical assistance and promoting agency goals;
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of fiscal controls, laws and regulations governing receipt, custody and expenditures of federal moneys under agency contracts;
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices;
  • Ability to evaluate financial systems and efficiently formulate and install accounting methods, procedures, forms and records;
  • Ability to prepare informative financial records;
  • Ability to plan, organize, direct and evaluate work of subordinate employees;
  • Ability to formulate long-range planning;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other.

 

TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or finance.
  • Extensive experience in finance and administration, budgeting, insurance policies, benefit programs, federal funding practices and regulations, purchasing and property management.
  • At TAP, we focus on the Whole Family Approach. Whole Family is a family led strategy to achieve set goals.  As an employee you may be required to attend Whole Family training and subject to data entry into the agency’s software as part of the Whole Family approach and serving clients

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Valid Virginia Operator’s license and reliable transportation.
  • TAP participates in the Virginia DMV Driver Alert Program.  Employees who operate a TAP vehicle or their personal vehicle to conduct TAP business may be subject to driver record monitoring through the Virginia DMV Driver Alert Program.
  • Must be able to travel as required.
  • Must pass drug screening.  Some positions require a complete background screening including: criminal, sex offender, and child protective services, and a health screening.
  • Physical activity of this position:  use of fingers for picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling, talking, and hearing.
  • Physical requirements of this position:  sedentary work – exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.  Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
  • Visual acuity requirements:  requires close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
  • This worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
  • This position has remote capabilities which must be approved by the Director of Finance.

 

This description provides information regarding the essential functions of the designated job, and general nature and level of work associated with the job.  It should not be interpreted to describe all the duties that may be required of such employees or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments such an individual may be given.

Every TAP employee shares in TAP’s responsibility to “Mobilize Community Resources” in support of TAP’s anti-poverty efforts.

We only hire individuals legally eligible for employment in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace

Bilingual ability is a plus.