Assistant Director of Food Programs

About the role

The YMCA of East Tennessee is looking for an Assistant Director of Food Programs to help lead its community nutrition programs. The role ensures that nutritious meals are prepared, delivered and distributed safely and efficiently to the children and families served. It provides day-to-day operational leadership in support of the Director of Food Programs.

Key responsibilities

• 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, promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Visit program sites to support quality, safety and consistent service.
• Help launch new meal service locations and improve operational efficiency.

Required profile

• Experience in food service operations, community feeding programs, meal distribution, logistics or related program coordination.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience 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.

Required skills

• Strong organizational, communication, recordkeeping and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with food safety, CACFP, SFSP, inventory systems or multi-site operations preferred.

What we offer

• Salary of $55,000 - $65,000.
• 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.