Nutrition Education Coordinator Part-time 

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Our small school is looking for a trained chef or experienced meal planner and cook to run our Nutrition Education Program. The program runs Monday through Thursday while school is in session. The coordinator is responsible for menu planning, purchasing/tracking ingredients, staying within budget, preparing vegetarian lunches for 30-40 participants, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen area, and interacting with/educating children on nutritious meal preparation. Hours run between 20-25 a week. Live Scan background check is required. 

 

Duties of the position include:

1. Overseeing food/supplies ordering and inventory

2. Planning menus

3. Working with the students to prepare meals Monday through Thursday

4. Guiding the students in setting up lunch tables, putting out the meal

5. Cleaning up food, dishes, and kitchen after lunch

6. Ensuring the kitchen is left clean and the refrigerator is cleaned out periodically

7. Coordinating/communicating with the school Director about program needs

 

Qualifications for this position include:

1. Culinary training or similar experience

2. Experience preparing meals for groups

3. Experience working with children

4. Ability to adhere to a budget

5. Organizational, planning, self-management and communication skills

6. Live Scan background check (fees reimbursed by MdMCS)

7. Food Handler’s Certificate or willingness to get certified

 

This is an independent contractor position with potential to become staff after the first year. Compensation is DOE and starts at $25/hour and is DOE. 

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EMAIL chloedirector@montessoridelmar.org with inquiries.