Food Distribution Specialist (Flatbush YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking a Food Distribution Specialist for the Flatbush YMCA to support our Community Market/food distributions, including receiving shipments, organizing, sorting, and distribution. You will help maintain a safe, clean environment and accurate program documentation at the community shops.

Responsibilities include processing shipments, storing supplies properly, assisting with day-to-day operations, answering questions from community members, and ensuring

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of six (6) months of customer service/hospitality experience.
• Food distribution or other related distributions preferred.
• Fluency in more than one language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper and accurate receipt of shipments.
• Loading and unloading shipments and ensuring all supplies are properly stored.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of other staff and community members at the YMCA shop.
• Support the Executive Director with the day-to-day operations of the YMCA Community Market.
• Support the distribution of food and supplies to community members.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (invoices, delivery receipts, sign-in sheets, etc.).
• Support community members with any questions on distribution days.
• Ensure that supplies and equipment are available and kept safe.
• Actively participate in all training sessions and designated meetings.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
• Serve as a positive role model for community members.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the YMCA Community Shops to community members.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with community members.
• Adhere to all Food Bank for New York City, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Bilingual abilities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Part-Time / Regular

$18.00 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Flatbush YMCA is seeking a Food Distribution Specialist who will play a critical role in supporting the overall operations of our YMCA Community Market/food distributions, including receiving shipments, organizing and sorting, and distribution. The Food Distribution Specialist will be responsible for providing a safe and clean environment for our community members when they arrive at the YMCA Community Shops and for ensuring all supplies are stored properly. In addition, they will support managing the day-to-day operations of the YMCA Community Shops and maintaining accurate program documentation and supplies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure proper and accurate receipt of shipments.
• Loading and unloading shipments and ensuring all supplies are properly stored.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of other staff and community members at the YMCA shop.
• Support the Executive Director with the day-to-day operations of the YMCA Community Market.
• Support the distribution of food and supplies to community members.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (invoices, delivery receipts, sign-in sheets, etc.).
• Support community members with any questions on distribution days.
• Ensure that supplies and equipment are available and kept safe.
• Actively participate in all training sessions and designated meetings.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
• Serve as a positive role model for community members.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the YMCA Community Shops to community members.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with community members.
• Adhere to all Food Bank for New York City, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of six (6) months of customer service/hospitality experience.
• Food distribution or other related distributions preferred.
• Fluency in more than one language preferred.

Benefits:

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits , medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

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