JOIN A MISSION-DRIVEN ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO PROVIDING HIGH-QUALITY EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES IN ORANGE AND SULLIVAN COUNTIES.

The Food and Nutrition Services and Purchasing Coordinator oversees all aspects of the programs food service operations across multiple centers, ensuring compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), NYS Department of Health regulations, and Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS). This role supervises cooks and Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) Aides, develops menus, manages food purchasing and inventory, and ensures safe food handling and preparation practices. The coordinator works closely with the Health and Disabilities Manager to support individualized nutrition needs, allergies, and menu modifications. This position provides oversight and support to both Orange and Sullivan Counties.

HEAD START EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS

• Uphold the shared values of the center.
• Cooperate with co-workers, provide assistance, information or other support as needed to ensure quality service to children and families, and to build and maintain positive staff relationships.
• Actively participate in Head Start community, including staff meetings, mandated trainings, committee meetings, and other program-wide functions as needed, including some evening activities.
• Recognize that the job description is service-area specific and that successful employees uphold the overall employment standards outlined in the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual, including but not limited to: confidentiality, child abuse reporting, attendance, dependability, appropriate dress, customer service, prudent use of resources, and safe work practices.
• Demonstrate integrity and responsibility by doing ones personal best, being honest and ethical, and following through on commitments.
• Maintain a commitment to professionalism, continue professional development, and manage performance by setting goals, eliciting feedback, tracking progress, and addressing performance issues promptly.
• Exhibit flexibility by showing openness to new ways of doing things and adapting strategies when needed.
• Show initiative by identifying what needs to be done and acting before being asked.
• Stay familiar with Head Start Performance Standards and state regulations.
• Remain up to date on community needs, services, and agency resources to support families and assure program resources are relevant.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree or equivalent coursework required in Food Service, Health, Education, Nutrition, or a related field.
• 3 years of experience in preparing meals with CACFP compliance.
• Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and New York State OCFS childcare regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising multidisciplinary teams and managing complex projects.
• Proficiency in relevant software systems for data management and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to perform duties safely and efficiently.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds, stand, and bend as needed.
• Able to tolerate daily sitting at a computer and repetitive hand/wrist motions.
• Able to prioritize workload, multi-task, problem-solve, and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable handling frequent in-person, virtual, and phone contact with staff and the public, often involving confidential information.
• Must pass a physical examination, background check, and fingerprinting screen.