Part Time Café & Kitchen Assistant - COA

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:59:31 -0500

The Town South Hadley Council on Aging is seeking a reliable and dedicated candidate for the part-time position as Café and Kitchen Assistant. Under the general direction of the Council on Aging Director with oversight from the Food Service Coordinator, the position assists with preparing and selling daily menu items in the South Hadley Council on Aging Café and providing general support to all food services.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Responsible for retail food transactions at the Council on Aging Cafe, including greeting and assisting customers, register operations, handling cash transaction for sales, ensuring accurate, efficient and customer friendly service.
Provides assistance with basic food preparation for the Council on Aging Cafe to includes food and beverage items for purchase.
Oversees, trains and works alongside volunteers assisting in the café and kitchen.
Monitors and reports to Food Service Coordinator the levels of inventory, food stock and supplies in the kitchen and café supplies to support proper ordering.
Assists with setup of dining tables, work surfaces, and other equipment as related to the Congregate/Community dining program.
Supports the Food Service Coordinator with all other duties including food preparation & serving the Congregate/Community Monday through Friday.
Helps maintain a professional, inclusive and accommodating environment in support of the goals, philosophy, and mission of the South Hadley Council on Aging and Human Services Department.
Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of procedures relevant to the operational needs of the Council on Aging Cafe.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

The following requirements may be substituted by any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job:

High School Diploma or equivalent; preference for formal culinary training or education,
At least 1 year of related experience, such as food services, preparation or retail sales.
ServSafe and Allergen Certified (or comparable); or ability to attain within three months of hire.
Basic cooking skills and ability to prepare simple food items; Knowledge of sanitary and hygienic precautions common in the food service trade.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Ability to read and understand instructions, and to prioritize and multi-task.
Strong basic math skills and high ethical standards, in ensuring accurate cash transactions
Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 30 pounds; to stand for long periods
Strong commitment to public service and older adults, and to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.

Status and Compensation:

This is a part-time FLSA non-exempt, non-union, non-benefited position with an hourly rate of $16.41 per hour +/- DOQ. Work hours will average up to 19 hours per week. Schedule will align with the Senior Center's food service hours, primarily covering the daily congregate meals program (Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM). Some flexibility in establishing consistent shift start and end times may be available and will be determined upon hire. Occasional adjustments to the schedule may occur based on operational needs, with advance notice provided.

Click HERE to complete the online application and upload a cover letter and resume. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis; positions will remain open until filled.

The Town of South Hadley is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Council on Aging Director

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:32:14 -0500

We are seeking a qualified and passionate individual for the position of Council on Aging Director within the Human Services Department. Located at the Senior Center, this position oversees all aspects of the Council on Aging operations including social services, food, transportation, facility operations and staff management. The Council on Aging Director provides professional, administrative and supervisory leadership in developing and implementing programs and services that support the social, emotional, economic and health needs of the entire South Hadley community, with a focus on the older adult population.

Summary of Responsibilities (see job description for complete details):

Under direction of the Human Services Director, plans, directs, evaluates Council on Aging (COA) operations, in alignment with Department goals and policies.
Daily management of COA personnel and operations including span programs, activities, volunteers, food services, transportation, social services and reception desk functions.
Develops and manages COA and Senior Center budgets, including office and building maintenance budgets, revolving gift accounts, Woodlawn Café and accounts for activities and program user-fees; seeks and applies for available grants.
Provides oversight of the Social Services functions of the Human Services Department that support South Hadley seniors through outreach, service coordination, assistance programs, and referrals to community resources. Ensures these services are maintained to the extent possible through available departmental resources and partnerships. Monitors community needs and evaluates the effectiveness of programs and services to inform improvements in the delivery of social support services.
Manages complex administrative tasks including processing payroll; approving timesheets, mileage, and bill payables; recordkeeping and monitoring monies collection and turnover to Town finance offices.
Oversight of the Nutrition and Food Security program including operation as a Title III-C congregate meal program as an Access Care Partners Nutrition site; oversight of the Woodlawn Cafe at the Senior Center.
Oversees transportation program, including the safety and maintenance of the vehicles, scheduling assignments and dispatch activities.
Manages front office staff and volunteers, assists with daily inquiries on a variety of issues.
Serves as staff liaison to the Council on Aging Board and represents the department with Town committee and community partners.
Consults and collaborates with Human Services division managers to meet department goals; provides input and feedback for programming development, focusing on the community's older adult population.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

The following requirements may be substituted by an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job:

Bachelor’s in gerontology, social services, public health, public administration or related, and 3-5 years related experience.
Extensive knowledge of the needs and concerns of older adults and the aging process; knowledge of federal, state and local regulations services, resources available to older adults.
Skill in supervising employees and volunteers effectively and developing and managing operating budget.
Strong communication, customer service, and public relations skills, including the ability to work effectively with older adults and community partners
Strong dedication to supporting older adults and a commitment to enhancing equitable access to resources for underserved population

Position Status:

This is an FLSA-exempt, non-union, benefited position, approx. 40 hours per week (typically M-F; 8:00am to 4:30pm with occasional weekend and evening hours) with an anticipated hiring range of $72,000 to $76,000 per year depending on qualifications.

Click HERE to complete the online application and upload a cover letter and resume. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis; position will remain open until filled, with a first review of applicants anticipated week of March 23, 2026.

The Town of South Hadley is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Part Time Café & Kitchen Assistant - COA

Council on Aging Director

Summary of Responsibilities (see job description for complete details):

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