Company description

J-Sei is a multi-generational and multi-cultural organization with its roots in Nikkei values and culture. We are proud of our history of providing care and assistance to older adults, senior assisted living, and in conjunction with our new strategic plan and agency rebranding, including our name change, we have expanded our services and programs to include families and younger generations.

It is not the first time in our history that we have evolved and adopted a new name. In 1971, East Bay Japanese for Action (EBJA) began with outings and social events for the Issei generation. EBJA established bilingual Case Management services and a Nutrition Program serving Japanese lunches. Following a merger between EBJA and East Bay Issei Housing in 1986, the combined entity was named Japanese American Services of the East Bay (JASEB). We leveraged our resources and with our supporting partner organizations we were able to provide culturally sensitive senior housing options for seniors and a Senior Center offering classes and other activities.

And now J-Sei is a community care and cultural organization that brings families and generations together to nurture and pass on Nikkei values and traditions that remain at the core of our services. Our pursuit of the expanded mission will be guided by our community values of dignity, trust, independence, social connection, open communication, and respect for our elders. Our commitment to serving seniors is unwavering, but we are broadening our impact by serving our multi-generational and multi-ethnic community.

Job description

SENIOR NUTRITION SERVICES MANAGER

INTRODUCTION
This full-time position is located at the J-Sei, Inc. office at 1285 66th Street in Emeryville. J-Sei seeks a team-oriented professional who will supervise nutrition services. This position requires a self-motivated genial person experienced in the field of food service, nutrition and older adults who can create community responsive offerings and work independently under general supervision to manage and expand nutrition programs.

NUTRITION PROGRAM DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Responsible for the overall operation of the J-Sei senior congregate, home-delivered, and pick-up meal programs.

2. Ensure program compliance with all regulatory agencies.

3. Supervise one volunteer and kitchen assistant, one full-time chef, part-time chef assistants, and delivery drivers who provide hands-on support in daily lunch preparations, volunteer management and client trouble-shooting.

4. Supervise nutrition assessment assistant to track and conduct assessments and quarterly reassessments of home delivered meal clients for county and internal records on a monthly basis.

5. Conduct in-person initial intake assessments and registrations with new home-delivered meal clients.

6. Responsible for volunteer recruitment, training, acknowledgment and coordination for nutrition programs and other areas as periodically needed.

7. Develop, design and implement monthly menus in collaboration with chef and registered dietitian for distribution.

8. Submit monthly data reports and invoices to county and partner agencies.

9. Maintain organized, efficient, automated and up to date electronic records for client files, daily and master client service delivery, volunteer schedules and reporting data.

10. Meet or exceed all county contract requirements.

11. Maintain relationships with partner organizations who take part in nutrition program and expansion efforts.

12. Purchase food and food service supplies with kitchen assistant and chef.

13. With kitchen assistant, foster a strong team of volunteers who are well prepared, autonomous and appreciated.

14. With kitchen assistants, chef, operations manager and registered dietitian, maintain kitchen in safe and clean manner consistent with county health standards.

15. With kitchen assistant and operations manager, schedule and complete all space and equipment maintenance.

16. Perform related agency public relations including the preparation of information and articles for the agency’s newsletter.

We know it's impossible to convey every task for a particular job. Our hope is that as your role evolves over time we can adjust your job description accordingly.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP The Director of Services provides overall supervision of the position. Evaluations are conducted by the Director of Services.

QUALIFICATIONS
1. Minimum 2 years management and coordination experience.

2. Minimum 2 years experience in the field of nutrition services.

3. MPH degree or graduate degree in a related field such as MSW or Nutrition Science desirable but additional experience/training may be substituted for Master’s degree.

4. Minimum 2 years working independently and supervising staff/volunteers.

5. Experience in food service preferred.

6. Knowledge and experience of working with Excel and Google sheets.

7. Knowledge of and experience with Japanese American community is desirable.

8. Bi-lingual in Japanese/English helpful, but not required.

9. Collaborative approach to achieving goals.

10. Strong communication, listening and people skills necessary to project and promote the J-Sei mission to seniors, volunteers and general community.

11. Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple day-to-day operations in a fast paced environment.

12. Demonstrated leader with ability to execute.

13. Ability to occasionally move files and supplies up to 25 pounds.

14. Valid California driver's license, auto insurance and a safe driving record to fulfill job duties. 

Compensation

this position is: salaried, 50k-75k

Application instructions

Deadline

April 04, 2025