Farm Stand & Pantry Coordinator

NEW SETTLEMENT•New York, NY

2d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Pantry and Farm Stand Coordinator plays a key role in advancing New Settlement's mission to improve food access and community health in the Bronx. This position oversees the daily operations of our year-round Community Food Pantry and seasonal 170 Farm Stand, ensuring that both programs provide fresh, nutritious food in a welcoming, safe, and community-centered environment. The coordinator supervises youth employees and volunteers; manages inventory, ordering, and reporting; builds relationships with community partners; and helps ensure that our food access programs operate efficiently while reflecting New Settlement's commitment to equity, dignity, and inclusion.

Requirements

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Experience working in diverse, community-based settings serving low- and moderate-income communities.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to work effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds, including youth and older adults.
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Experience handling cash, maintaining accurate financial records, or completing basic accounting tasks.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, solve problems, and adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with community engagement, outreach, community organizing, canvassing, workshop facilitation, or public education.
Knowledge of or interest in food justice, food sovereignty, nutrition, and/or community health.
Ability to communicate the benefits of seasonal eating, healthy food access, and environmental sustainability.
Personal or professional experience navigating food insecurity or community food systems.
Resident of the Bronx or Upper Manhattan.
Undergraduate coursework or degree in relevant field.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the seasonal 170 Farm Stand and year-round Community Food Pantry.
Ensure all food distribution activities are conducted safely and in compliance with organizational policies, food safety standards, and funder requirements.
Maintain consistent, high-quality service for community members while creating an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment.
Place weekly food orders based on budget, product availability, seasonal offerings, and community preferences.
Monitor inventory and maintain pantry equipment to support efficient daily operations.
Maintain the cleanliness and organization of pantry and farm stand spaces, including completing and monitoring cleaning logs.
Ensure both programs operate according to established schedules and meet performance goals related to customer participation, sales, revenue, and community impact.
Supervise, train, and support youth employees and volunteers during pantry and farm stand operations.
Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and operational guidance to team members.
Foster a positive team culture that values collaboration, respect, continuous learning, and excellent customer service.
Coordinate outreach efforts to increase awareness of pantry and farm stand services.
Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, local partners, and residents.
Represent New Settlement at community events, resource fairs, and outreach activities.
Help implement communication strategies that connect community members to available food resources.
Complete daily and weekly administrative responsibilities, including cash reconciliation, sales tracking, and distribution reporting.
Receive, weigh, record, and log food donations while maintaining accurate inventory and program records.
Ensure participant sign-in sheets and required documentation are completed accurately and maintained according to organizational standards.
Maintain accurate operational records and assist with routine administrative tasks.
Participate in staff meetings, required training, and professional development opportunities.
Support New Settlement's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial, social, and economic justice.
Contribute to a workplace culture that values collaboration, professional growth, wellness, and respect.
Perform other related duties as assigned.