And an Operations Coordinator!

A man stands next to a table of produce with a sign that says "Food For Free."

Summary

Food For Free is hiring a part-time Operations Coordinator to 1) provide logistical support to Food For Free programs, including school markets and Family Meals; 2) rescue and deliver food; and 3) provide administrative support to the Operations Director. This position is 20 hours/week, pays $15/hour, and reports to the Operations Director.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Food Rescue and Delivery

  • Rescue food from supermarkets and other locations to deliver to recipient agencies.
  • Rescue produce from farmers’ markets (seasonal)
  • Fill in for other drivers in the event of absence

Program Support

  • School Markets
    • Coordinate and deliver rescued bread, purchased produce, and other food items
    • Coordinate Greater Boston Food Bank order with Program Director
    • Provide day-of support for school markets
  • Family Meals
    • Coordinate with Family Meals Program Manager to develop and maintain an efficient stock rotation protocol
    • Deliver and pickup food for Family Meals
      Administrative Support

    • Prepare reports and invoices
    • Maintain monthly food tracking spreadsheet

Skills & Qualifications

  • Commitment to social justice, and food justice in particular
  • Personal honesty and integrity
  • Maturity and sound judgment
  • A high level of organization and time-management skills
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects
  • Attention to detail
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel
  • Ability to work occasional nights and weekends
  • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly
  • Previous experience operating commercial vehicles (up to 26,000 lbs.GVW) or willingness to learn to operate vehicle type on narrow city streets and in traffic conditions
  • Willingness to work in all weather conditions in all seasons, including inclement weather, extreme heat and cold
  • Experience or willingness to learn to operate pallet jack.
  • Must be able to utilize mobile devices for daily record keeping

How to apply

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Ryan Lee at operations@foodforfree.org.

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