Food Distribution Specialist (North Brooklyn YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,653; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a part-time Food Distribution Specialist for their North Brooklyn location. The role involves managing food distributions, ensuring a safe environment for community members, and maintaining documentation. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and customer service experience. This position requires commitment to inclusivity and community engagement, offering a chance to support diverse populations in the area. Benefits include medical and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of customer service/hospitality experience.
• Food distribution or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper receival of shipments.
• Support the distribution of food and supplies to community members.
• Maintain accurate program documentation.

Skills

Customer service experience

Fluency in more than one language

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Part-Time / Regular

$17.17 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 North Brooklyn YMCA is seeking a Food Distribution Specialist. Under the supervision of the Membership & Healthy Lifestyle Director, the Food Distribution Specialist will play a critical role in supporting the overall operations of our North Brooklyn YMCA Community Shops/food distributions, including receival of shipment, organizing, sorting, and distribution. They 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 that all supplies are stored properly. In addition, the Food Distribution Specialist will support with managing the day-to-day operations of the YMCA Community Shops and maintaining accurate program documentation and supplies.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure proper and accurate receival of shipments.
• Load and unload shipments and ensure that all supplies are properly stored.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of other staff and community members at the YMCA shop.
• Support the Membership & Healthy Lifestyles Director with the day-to-day operations of the YMCA Community Shops.
• Support with 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.

How to Apply

If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.

Job Information

Job ID: req1700

Employment Type: Part-Time / Regular

Location: North Brooklyn YMCA, Brooklyn, NY

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