join our team
Rainier Valley Food Bank’s dynamic team of 17 represents a diverse variety of experiences. Together, we are passionate about serving our community and ensuring everyone has access to fresh, healthy food.
Want to join a dynamic team that works every day to combat food insecurity?
Rainier Valley Food Bank is the busiest food bank in the City of Seattle in the most diverse location in the State of Washington. We are committed to community-centered delivery of services that meet the needs of those we serve with respect, dignity, and cultural competency.
We are committed to each of our employees reaching their full potential to thrive. We promote a healthy work/life balance by providing the tools for well-being such as comprehensive medical, dental, and vision, helping our staff plan for their futures through a retirement plan, and many other great perks and benefits.
We believe in the development of nonprofit careers and offer an opportunity to build a career with us. Put your talent to great purpose with us—we encourage you to apply today!
Food Service Program Associate
Full Time, Non-Exempt
External Posting Expires: Friday, January 23rd
Compensation: $32.69/hour
Rainier Valley Food Bank (RVFB) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from people of color. Your unique perspectives and experiences are valued and will contribute to our mission in support of our South Seattle community.
-
Opens and closes all food service programming onsite. This includes SPARKS lunches, In-person shopping, and the Home Delivery program.
Will work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and Warehouse Lead (WL) to ensure volunteers and staff are supported in day-to-day activities. Conducts morning briefings and instructions throughout the day for volunteers. Assists and leads training for staff and volunteers in any aspect of Food Service Programs from distribution, food safety, to warehouse safety. Be the main resource and leader for all volunteers as it concerns Food Services and strategize with Volunteer Coordinator on meeting volunteer needs.
Assist Food Service Program Manager (FSPM) in creating new programming and consistently observing and fine-tuning current programming. Be able to assist in food ordering and food tracking in the absence of FSPM. Oversee programs in the absence of FSPM.
Work closely with the Warehouse Lead, understand their duties, and be able to cover and assist when needed. Be able to run a motorized pallet jack and take the place of Warehouse Lead when on PTO. Understand Food Service Programs and warehouse duties enough to lead warehouse staff and volunteers in the absence of Warehouse Lead; ensuring programs are set up and running on time. Be sure day-to-day warehouse activities, duties and goals are met in the absence of Warehouse Lead.
Help develop and maintain a food tracking system with FSPM and WL. Track amounts of food and spending trends and come up with reports for leadership.
-
Open and close Food Service Programs
Ordering for programs
Food tracking
Leading and instructing volunteers/ morning briefings
-
Highschool Diploma
AA or BA preferred
Operate electric Pallet Jack
Familiar with warehouse safety and protocols
Familiar with Word and basic computer tasks
Oral and written communication skills
Track and analyze data
-
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Commuter, Health Savings Account,
401K w/ Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Voluntary Life Insurance
Rainier Valley Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability.
