Food Resource Coordinator

Abode Services; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Hybrid option after 1 year

PTO 19 days

12 holidays

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

EAP

FSA

Commuter benefits

Legal services

Mission driven culture

Job summary

Abode Services in Sunnyvale, California seeks a Food Resource Coordinator to manage site-based food resources, coordinate with external providers, ensure food storage compliance, and report on program activities.

You will build partnerships across housing locations, support nutrition and safety training, and provide in-person coverage at sites as needed, with potential hybrid work after one year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 2 years of resource coordination or community outreach experience.
• Experience with homelessness, substance use issues, and criminal justice populations preferred.
• Valid California driver's license and a clean DMV record required.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with external food providers.
• Coordinate food deliveries to multiple housing sites.
• Ensure compliance with food storage regulations.
• Oversee data quality control and reporting for the food service program.
• Provide in-person support at Supportive Housing sites.
• Attend external meetings and training on food safety.
• Collaborate with team and adapt priorities to program needs.
• Assist with transportation and logistics for food resources.

Skills

Resource coordination

Community outreach

Homelessness experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Abode, we believe everyone deserves a safe and stable place to call home. Our mission is tosolve homelessnessthrough housing and supportive services that help individuals and families achieve stability and independence. Grounded in theHousing First model, we meet people where they are and provide individualized support based on their needs, goals, and strengths. When you join Abode, you’re not just taking a job, you’re becoming part of a team creating meaningful change in our communities and a commitment to lasting housing stability.

Our Values:

We start with dignity, take smart risks, be transparent, solve for today and tomorrow, and spark each other’s strengthsin everything we do!

The Diverse Culture:

We believe that we make better decisions and provide quality services when our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. People of color make up nearly 70% of our workforce and we strive to recruit and retain employees from all backgrounds.

About The Role

The Food Resource Coordinator oversees the management of food resources for site-based Supportive Housing (PSH) programs. This role involves maintaining partnerships with external providers, ensuring compliance with food storage regulations, coordinating food deliveries to various sites, and completing necessary reporting.

How You Make An Impact

• Develop and nurture effective relationships with external food providers to ensure seamless collaboration and resource sharing.
• Serve as a liaison with food providers and community contacts; build relationships and provide warm hand-offs to the appropriate organizational lead for formal partnerships.
• Forge new partnerships to address food insecurity and establish comprehensive food services across all housing locations.
• Support awareness and education related to nutrition, food safety, and available food resources.
• Ensure compliance with food storage and usage standards set by external providers at each site.
• Coordinate food pickup schedules with site staff and provide in-person pickup, drop-off, monitoring, transportation, and logistics support as needed.
• Oversee data quality control and reporting for the food service program, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Uphold high standards of professional conduct and maintain a professional image.
• Participate in external meetings and training sessions related to the safety and well-being of the food service program.
• Contribute as a flexible, cooperative team member and adjust priorities based on program needs; perform other duties as assigned.
• Comfortable providing in-person support at Supportive Housing Sites, including indoor and outdoor areas, as needed to support food resource operations.

How You Meet Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• 2 years of previous experience in resource coordination, community outreach and/or related roles.
• 2 years of experience working with people facing homelessness, substance abuse issues, and individuals in the criminal justice system.
• Use of personal vehicle and proof of a valid and current California Driver’s License and current insurance, along with a clean DMV record, required.
• Flexible schedule to work evening and weekend hours when required.

Our Benefits and Perks

• Competitive Pay: $28.85 - $33.18 per hour
• Work Arrangement: Onsite position; may be eligible for hybrid or remote work after one year, subject to supervisor approval and factors including job responsibilities, remote location, and employee suitability.
• PTO:19 days per year, increasing with tenure
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year
• 100% medical, dental and vision coverage options for employees
• Agency dependent health care contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan: 403(b)Plan w/ Employer Match & Contribution Programs
• Voluntary Benefits:
  • Commuter Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Legal Services
• Mission Driven Culture: Join a team that's passionate about making a meaningful impact in the fight to end homelessness.

Notice

This description is to be used as a guide only. It does not constitute a contract, commitment or promise of any kind. Abode Services reserves the right to change, add, delete, upgrade, or downgrade the position as dictated by business necessity at any time with or without notice.

Notice

Abode Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace

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