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Food for People, the food bank for Humboldt County, is seeking an outgoing and organized individual to work as part of our dedicated team in the position of Mobile Produce Pantry Coordinator. The Mobile Produce Pantry Coordinator prepares for and conducts farm stand-style free produce distributions for low-income households at established sites in communities across Humboldt County with our large, refrigerated 20-foot box truck with lift gate. In addition, the Mobile Produce Pantry Coordinator interfaces with local farmers to receive produce deliveries for the program, and assists with warehouse tasks. This is a great position for someone who enjoys working with the public and coordinating the warehouse logistics involved in packing, loading, and tracking food for distribution.
The level of personal satisfaction is tremendous if you are looking for work that will make a difference in the lives of the thousands of people we serve. The position is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with a pay rate of $18/hour. Health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits are available upon successful completion of an initial probationary period. We also provide paid sick, vacation, and holiday time. Optional participation in the CalSavers Retirement Savings Program is available. This is a great position for someone who is interested in joining a diverse and dynamic team of staff and volunteers in support of an organization that truly makes a difference in thousands of lives in Humboldt County.
Food for People is committed to providing a safe workplace and adhering to safe food distribution practices during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This position will remain open until filled. Interviews will be scheduled with selected candidates. Please review the attached job description and qualifications. After reviewing, if you are interested in applying, applications must include:
Cover letter telling us about you and the experience, skills, and interests that make you a good fit for the position
Résumé
Completed Food for People application, available on our website at www.foodforpeople.org/jobs
At least three recent professional references and two personal references
Application packets can be submitted in one of the following ways:
Email to HRteamatfoodforpeople.org
Fax (707) 445-5946 Attn: Human Resources
Mail to:
Food for People
ATTN: Human Resources
PO Box 4922, Eureka, CA 95502
Qualifications:
Must possess a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities necessary to carry out the job, including but not limited to the following:
Ability to work with sensitivity and without discrimination towards people of diverse cultures, races/ethnicity, socioeconomic positions, ages, religions, genders, physical/mental challenges, disabilities, sexual orientation, and any other class protected by law
Demonstrate and encourage a professional and positive attitude in all job related activities
Excellent driving record an absolute requirement
Past experience driving a large delivery truck
Past experience operating a lift gate is a plus
Pallet jack and forklift experience, and ability to be certified on our equipment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitiously
Ability to show initiative and share decision making with co-workers
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Spanish language proficiency helpful
Food for People is designated as the Food Bank for Humboldt County, and we are considered one of Humboldt County’s most prominent nonprofit organizations, providing hunger relief for more than 12,000 low income children, seniors, and others each month. Food for People currently operates a total of 18 programs for individuals of all ages whose financial circumstances have left them without adequate resources to purchase food. A complete list of our programs is available at our web site at www.foodforpeople.org.
Thank you for your interest in working with Food for People!
FOOD FOR PEOPLE, INC. Job Description
Job Title: Mobile Produce Pantry Coordinator
Job Summary: The Mobile Produce Pantry Coordinator is responsible for preparing for and conducting Mobile Produce Pantry distributions at designated locations countywide from our 23-foot refrigerated box truck, in addition to completing accurate inventory and program reporting. The Coordinator also assists with warehouse tasks, as needed. This position works under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager.
Mobile Produce Pantry Responsibilities:
Works with Operations Manager, Warehouse Inventory Specialist, and Local Food Resources Coordinator to identify fresh produce available for Mobile Produce Pantry distributions
Coordinates scheduling of Mobile Produce Pantry distributions, including those that will be conducted in cooperation with the DHHS Mobile Outreach Vehicle and other community partners
Loads and unloads fresh produce for distribution
Maps out route, assesses weather and safety considerations, and drives refrigerated box truck to Mobile Produce Pantry sites
Sets up and operates Mobile Produce Pantry distributions at designated sites, up to 3 days
per week, providing direct service to participating households
Maintains a distribution set-up and process that adheres to FFP’s COVID-19 guidelines for social distancing and safety protocols
Works alongside FFP Outreach staff to ensure that the appropriate participation data is recorded on behalf all households accessing Mobile Produce Pantry services
Works collaboratively with FFP Nutrition Education and CalFresh Outreach staff to provide information, education, and referral opportunities at all Mobile Produce Pantry distributions
Maintains refrigerated truck by performing daily and weekly safety checks and ensuring that the interior and exterior of the truck are cleaned regularly
Consults with the Operations Manager and Bookkeeper to schedule vehicle maintenance and repairs, as needed
Attends and participates in monthly Mobile Produce Pantry-Outreach team meetings, to debrief on previous month and help plan the month ahead.
Warehouse Responsibilities:
Works with Operations and Warehouse staff to maintain clean, safe working conditions at FFP warehouse spaces
Works with Operations and Warehouse staff to complete additional warehouse duties, as needed
Provides supervision and support for assigned volunteers, to ensure a safe work environment
Assists with forklift loading and unloading of food items from vendor trucks, FFP vehicles, and for movement of food between and within FFP warehouses
Assists with tracking incoming and outgoing food items using established warehouse inventory procedures
Record Keeping Responsibilities:
Submits time sheets, expense reports, and other required documentation in accordance with Food for People requirements
Enters each site’s household data into MPP Excel tracking spreadsheet, for ongoing monitoring of trends and submitting with monthly program reports
Tracks and enters Mobile Produce Pantry food usage data into inventory database, in accordance with established inventory procedures
Updates household participation and poundage numbers in the FFP master calendar, to aid sourcing staff with accurate food ordering for the upcoming month
Works with Outreach staff to enter additional program distribution statistics into database
Records mileage for all program activities
Updates procedures manual for the Mobile Produce Pantry program
Keeps complete log of mileage for vehicle usage
Organizational Responsibilities:
Attends and participates in relevant staff and/or board and committee meetings
Participates in staff development activities/trainings as needed to complete job duties or as required by the Executive Director
Responsible for developing and maintaining positive, effective working relationships with fellow staff, volunteers, board members, and community partners
Ensures that all food bank clients and volunteers are treated with dignity and respect
Maintains positive, effective relationships with vendors and donors
Participates in organization’s fundraising activities, as needed
Performs other duties as needed and/or upon request
Reports on-site for scheduled days and hours
