Full-Time Wellness And Sustainability Coordinator, Food Services (Re-Post)

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Department
Food & Conference Services (Mary Baxter)
Position Type
Full-Time Support
Salary Range
$28.56-$33.11-Hourly
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Anticipated Start Date
July 10, 2023
Length Of Contract
n/a
Posting Information
Support Staff employees, as defined by the full-time Support Staff Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.
Posting Closing Date
June 16, 2023
Please note: jobs are posted until 12:01 am on the job closing date.

• Please note that applicants must submit their application by the evening before the closing date mentioned above. The posting closes at 12:01am on the morning of the closing date***

Reporting to the General Manager, Food & Conference Services, the Wellness and Sustainability Coordinator is responsible for researching, developing, and executing programming which positively impacts the College community experience. These programs encompass facilitating menu and meal plan options, ensuring the nutritional program remains current and communicated in an engaging manner, and ensuring new and ongoing programs are developed to aid the department sustainability goals. The incumbent will liaise with students, the community, employees and managers, to support health and sustainable activities.
Duties And Responsibilities
Nutrition

• Liaise with culinary and marketing team to develop recipes, menus and nutrition programming
• Develop initiatives to enhance student experience, while encouraging healthy eating options and making informed nutrition choices.
• Monitor, measure and evaluate effectiveness of nutrition programming.
• Assist with existing food stations, new food station concepts, and provide input on industry best practices from a nutritional lens.
• Liaise with Residence and/or meal plan office regarding meal plan accommodations.
• Keeps nutritional data current and available for all menu items throughout the department. Creates and maintains data base based on current or new menu items.

Sustainability

• Work with suppliers and culinary team with sustainable menu development, utilizing trends and feedback.
• Assist with sourcing and integrating appropriate packaging, sustainable foods and ensuring compliance with all regulations, where applicable.
• Liaise with marketing team to develop material, both in the food service locations and digital, that is relevant to College community.
• Monitor, measure and evaluate effectiveness of sustainability programming.
• Engages community in actively participating in sustainability measure and programs.
• Assist with researching and designing departmental sustainability programs and initiatives that contribute to the goals of the department and College.

Communication

• Create and develop messaging for department food program that engages the college community, inclusive of nutritional, allergen, and sustainability initiatives.
• Facilitate information available to employees regarding the importance of mitigating allergen risk and sustainability initiatives through workplace awareness.
• Facilitate meetings with students and parents regarding options available to them based on personal need to facilitate utilizing our services, with a significant emphasis on meal plan clients.
• Facilitate focus groups and participate in community stakeholder events.

Administrative

• Assists with office organization, supplies are ordered and calendar updates are reflective of office operations, vacation and promotions calendar
• Ensures tracking occurs for required accounts and services for the department,
• Assists with front line inquiries through email, phone and walk in service at the department office for both students, community and employees

Required Qualifications

• Possess excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, with a client focused attitude;
• Experience working in team environments with a demonstrated ability to build relationships/partnerships is required for this position;
• Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail;
• Experience researching and developing programming for nutrition and/or sustainability initiatives;
• This position is paid at Payband F
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Three (3) year diploma/degree or equivalent in nutrition education from a recognized College or University;
• The incumbent is expected to have excellent organizational skills, as well as planning, project management, and time management expertise. Proven ability to prioritize activities;
• Vacancy is for P18522
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required;
• Two (2) years experience developing and guiding nutritional practices within in a large organization;
• This job requires regular onsite work at Algonquin College's Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus.
• Registered Dietitian and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario;

This position is subject to the terms of the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement: https://www.algonquincollege.com/hr/files/2019/04/2018-2022_college_support_ft.pdf
Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at [email protected]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.