Food Access Leader

Laxymca; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE adult Y membership

50% discount on Y programs

403(b) retirement account

12% retirement after 2 years and 1,000

hours per year

Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The La Crosse Area Family YMCA is seeking a Food Access Leader to strengthen community access to nutritious meals for children and families. You will work with the Food Access team to prepare, organize, and distribute meals, while upholding food safety and a welcoming environment.

Join a mission-driven nonprofit focused on health, youth development, and community inclusion in the La Crosse area. This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Food service or YMCA School Age experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food safety practices.
• ServSafe certification or training is a plus.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, sort, count, and distribute meals and food items.
• Help set up and clean up meal service locations.
• Track meals served and maintain accurate food and inventory records.
• Monitor food safety, proper storage, and temperature requirements.
• Transport food and supplies to meal sites as needed.
• Work collaboratively with the Food Access team to plan menus and keep programs running smoothly.
• Welcome and engage youth and families with respect, kindness, and compassion.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment.

Skills

Food service

YMCA experience

Food safety

ServSafe

Driver's license

Teamwork

Customer service

Inclusivity

Job description

• Industry Nonprofit Charitable Organizations


• Work Experience 1-3 years


• State/Province Wisconsin


• Country United States

About Us

The Y is the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose and each other. Working locally, we focus on supporting young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.

Job Description

Help us fight hunger and fuel futures in our community!

Join the La Crosse Area Family YMCA Food Access team and help make nutritious food more accessible to children and families throughout our community. Our Food Program works to improve food access through meal programs, community outreach, and resources that help individuals and families thrive.

As a Food Access Leader , you'll work alongside our Food Access team to prepare, organize, and distribute meals while creating a welcoming, safe, and supportive experience for everyone we serve.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare, organize, sort, count, and distribute meals and food items.


• Help set up and clean up meal service locations.


• Track meals served and maintain accurate food and inventory records.


• Monitor food safety, proper storage, and temperature requirements.


• Transport food and supplies to meal sites as needed.


• Work collaboratively with the Food Access team to plan menus and keep programs running smoothly.


• Welcome and engage youth and families with respect, kindness, and compassion.


• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment.
  

Requirements

We're looking for someone who is dependable, organized, and excited to make a difference in the community.

• Food service or YMCA School Age experience preferred.


• Basic knowledge of food safety practices.


• ServSafe certification or training is a plus.


• Valid driver's license.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Strong communication and customer service skills.


• Commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
  


• FREE adult Y membership (+ discount on Family Membership)
  


• 50% discount on Y programs
  


• 403(b) retirement account
  


• 12% retirement after 2 years and 1,000 hours per year
  


• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) An Equal Opportunity Employer