Assistant Director of Food Programs

Description

Help Nourish Our Community. Lead with Purpose. Make a Difference.

Are you an organized, hands-on leader who enjoys coordinating operations, supporting a team, and making a meaningful impact in your community?

The YMCA of East Tennessee is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director of Food Programs to help lead our community nutrition programs. This position helps ensure nutritious meals are prepared, delivered, and distributed safely and efficiently to the children and families we serve.

What You'll Do

· Assist with daily meal preparation, packaging, storage, transportation, and distribution.

· Coordinate staff schedules, delivery routes, volunteers, and meal service locations.

· Support compliance with food safety standards and CACFP, SFSP, and other program requirements.

· Monitor inventory, supplies, equipment, meal counts, and operational records.

· Train and guide employees and volunteers; promote teamwork and accountability.

· Visit program sites to support quality, safety, and consistent service.

· Help launch new meal service locations and improve operational efficiency.

· Provide day-to-day operational leadership in support of the Director of Food Programs.

Requirements

· Experience in food service operations, community feeding programs, meal distribution, logistics, or related program coordination required.

· Strong organizational, communication, recordkeeping, and problem-solving skills.

· Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.

· Familiarity with food safety, CACFP, SFSP, inventory systems, or multi-site operations preferred.

· Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience preferred.

· Valid Tennessee driver’s license and acceptable driving record if driving is an assigned duty.

Benefits

· Healthcare benefits· 12% YMCA employer contribution to a 401(a) retirement plan upon vesting· Free YMCA membership· Generous paid time off· Additional employee benefits and perks