NOTE: This position has been filled. Food For Free is hiring a part-time Program Coordinator for our Family Meals program. Family Meals re-purposes surplus prepared foods into single-serving meals for people with limited access to kitchens. The Program Coordinator will 1) serve as a kitchen manager; 2) provide general support to the Program Manager. This position is 20 hours/week initially, with the potential to increase in the future. The Program Coordinator will report to the Family Meals Program Manager.
We envision a future where everyone in our community—regardless of age, income, or ability—has consistent access to fresh, healthy, delicious food.
Areas of Responsibility
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Meal Production: Assist in producing approximately 600 meals per week.
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Food Safety: Ensure food safety practices in all aspects of food handling throughout meal production.
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Volunteer Management: Work with the Program Manager to recruit, schedule, and manage volunteers in the production of meals each week.
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Manage Prepared Food Donations: Identify and sort rescued food suitable for the Family Meals program.
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Record Keeping: Maintain accurate program records.
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Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
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Commitment to social justice, and food justice in particular
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Interest in feeding families in need
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Experience in the foodservice industry
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ServSafe Manager certification (can be acquired shortly after hire)
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Ability to work on your feet for several hours at a time
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Ability to lift 40 pounds repeatedly during a shift
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Ability to manage a kitchen production process with a smile
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Comfortability managing and working with volunteers doing meal preparation
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Ability and willingness to identify and implement improvements to the kitchen production process
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Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
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Ability to think on your feet and problem-solve in the moment
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A high level of organization and time-management skills
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Maturity and sound judgment
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A warm and professional demeanor
How to Apply
Send a resume and cover letter to Program Manager Fiona Crimmins via email at fiona@foodforfree.org.