Job Description

SOUTH ESSEX COMMUNITY COUNCIL

POSITION DESCRIPTION

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING

Job Number #2025-23

POSITION: Nutrition Support Worker-Temporary Part-Time

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Children and Youth Department Coordinator, The

Nutrition Support Worker

will enhance the delivery of nutritious snacks to clients in SECC's Children & Youth Department. This role ensures that all program sites consistently receive healthy, safely prepared snacks while improving efficiency through a centralized food-coordination system. The Nutrition Support Worker will also support frontline staff by streamlining food processes and improving consistency across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and streamline snack preparation and distribution across SECC after-school program sites. Plan and develop weekly snack menus that meet nutrition guidelines and program needs. Ensure food handling and preparation meet safety, nutrition, and efficiency standards. Reduce operational pressures on frontline staff by creating and managing a centralized food-coordination system. Complete all grocery shopping and track inventory to ensure adequate supplies. Ensure all dietary requirements--including allergies, cultural considerations, and special diet needs--are met across all programs. Collect, manage, and analyze data related to food distribution and program impact. Build and maintain partnerships with local food-security organizations and suppliers. Develop a set of recommendations and a sustainable long-term food-coordination plan. Monitor emerging opportunities related to school food programs and support SECC's readiness to participate. Coordinate with and train volunteers to prepare and package snacks and/or meals for clients.

Qualifications

OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma) or equivalent; Post-Secondary education in culinary sciences, nutrition, food security or related preferred Experience in program coordination, community services, food security, or related fields. Knowledge of safe food-handling and nutrition standards. Strong organizational, communication, and partnership-building skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple teams. Access to reliable transportation, and ability to travel between sites Data collection and reporting experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

Intermediate to Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Knowledge of community resources and referral source Excellent interpersonal, organization, and time-management skills Demonstrated verbal and written communications skills and proficiency in the English language Experience working with the public in a customer service capacity Ability to work in an environment prone to disruption and ability to multi-task Vulnerable Sector police check
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

HOURS AND SALARY:

21 hours per week, flexible hours may be required depending on the needs of the program

$26.45 per hours, as per CUPE 4523 Collective Agreement

This is a temporary position beginning on January 5th, 2026 and ending on May 22, 2026

EXPECTATIONS:

Provide courteous, supportive and professional service at all times to clients, coworkers and community partners

May be scheduled in either Leamington or Kingsville offices

Be attentive to detail and able to meet deadlines

Expected to provide coverage for other positions as required

Work as part of a team and contribute to the smooth operations of the program

Keep accurate and up-to-date program statistics and complete reports

Able to work in a busy and changing environment; capable of multi-tasking and of dealing with constant interruptions

Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with clients and other staff

Sensitive to the diverse needs to clients from various backgrounds

Work independently and co-operative in a multi-disciplinary situation

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING

WITHOUT PREDJUDICE

Please submit resumes by 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Jennifer Moore

Manager of Human Resources

PLEASE NOTE:

Please be sure to list all qualifications you possess as they relate to the qualifications in the posting.

All of the qualifications in the posting are deemed necessary to perform the work required of the position Interviews and practical assessments will be conducted to clarify qualifications SECC is committed to employment equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of racialized communities, indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: $26.45 per hour

Expected hours: 21 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Employee assistance program On-site parking
Work Location: In person