Food Bank Coordinator

Sagamok Anishnawbek; Sagamok; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community organization in Sagamok, Ontario seeks a Food Bank Coordinator to manage food bank services and milk programs, promote healthy eating, develop nutritional resources, and coordinate volunteers. Candidates should have a related post-secondary diploma, CPR Certification, and at least two years of experience in food preparation. Flexible working hours and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of relevant work experience in food preparation, safety, and serving.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Criminal record check is required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of the food bank service and milk program.
• Monitor food and supply levels, ensuring adequate stock.
• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers for the programs.
• Ensure food products are handled per safety standards.
• Develop and distribute nutritional educational resources.
• Plan campaigns to promote healthy eating in the community.
• Maintain records of food bank resource applications.

Skills

Operational Management

Inventory Control

Volunteer Coordination

Food Handling

Nutritional Resources Development

Community Collaboration

Education

Post-secondary diploma in food preparation or a related program

Tools

CPR and First Aid Certification

Safe Food Handling Certification

Job description

The Food Bank Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the food bank service and the milk program, as well as developing and distributing nutritional resources throughout the community. This role plays an essential part in ensuring food security and promoting healthy eating within the community.

Operational Management: Establish hours of operation for the food bank and ensure the efficient handling of all administrative functions.

Inventory Control: Monitor food and supply levels, ensuring that necessary items are reordered to maintain adequate stock.

Volunteer Coordination: Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers for the food bank and milk programs.

Food Handling: Ensure all food products are stored, handled, and distributed in compliance with food safety standards and nutritional guidelines, including Canada’s Food Guide.

Nutritional Resources Development: Work collaboratively to develop and distribute educational nutritional information to community members through various mediums.

Program Promotion: Plan and implement community-based campaigns to encourage healthy eating and raise awareness about the Food Bank and Milk Programs.

Community Collaboration: Partner with various community groups, including the School Nutrition Coordinator, to enhance the effectiveness of community wellness initiatives.

Record Keeping: Ensure all food bank resource applications are processed in a timely manner and maintain data collection processes regarding the number of individuals served and resources distributed.

Policy Development: Assist in the development and implementation of policies related to the Food Bank and Milk Programs.

Program Evaluation: Participate in program evaluation and provide insights to improve the effectiveness of the service.

• Preference will be given to members or residents of Sagamok Anishnawbek.
• CPR and First Aid Certification required (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for work-related tasks.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Confidentiality agreement required.
• A criminal record check is required prior to employment.
• The position is subject to a six-month probation period.

• Post-secondary diploma in food preparation or a related program from a recognized institution.
• Minimum two years of relevant work experience in food preparation, safety, and serving.
• Certification in Safe Food Handling.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter, resumé, credentials, and three work related References (email addresses) through the Online BambooHR process

By: Until Filled

BambooHR Link: https://sagamokanishnawbek.bamboohr.com/careers/241

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.