MSU Food Collective Centre (FCC) Good Food Coordinator

McMasters Student Union•Hamilton, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Collective Centre (FCC) is a student-run service focused on strengthening food systems within McMaster University and the surrounding community. It provides support resources for students, alumni, staff, and community partners. The Good Food Coordinator will collaborate with the volunteer team, Assistant Director, Director, and Grace Lutheran Church to manage the on-campus Good Food Box program and the Food Collective Centre located in Bridges Café. Key responsibilities include liaising with suppliers, processing orders through the MSU Accounting Office, handling administrative duties, and coordinating the delivery of Good Food Boxes to students. Additionally, the Coordinator will oversee the daily operations of the Food Collective Centre space and promote its services to McMaster students to address student poverty and hunger.

Requirements

Excellent organizational skills with good attention to detail.
Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in stressful situations.
Ability to work with a diverse population.
Good interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to communicate directly and effectively with clients and customers.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to work well under minimal supervision of the Director.
Ability to take ownership of all projects.
Ability to coordinate others.
Ability to take initiative to ensure completion of tasks.
Awareness and understanding of topics associated with MSU Food Collective Centre (e.g., food security, food accessibility, food sustainability).
Food Handlers Certificate required (provided).

Nice To Haves

Nutritional knowledge and/or education.
Cash handling experience.
Volunteer management experience.
Experience with MSU Food Collective Centre as a volunteer and/or user.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the Good Food Box program on campus.
Coordinate the Food Collective Centre in Bridges Café.
Contact suppliers for the Good Food Box program.
Work with the MSU Accounting Office to accept orders.
Perform administrative tasks related to the Good Food Box program.
Facilitate the delivery of Good Food Boxes to students.
Oversee the daily operations of the Food Collective Centre Space.
Educate McMaster students about the services offered by the Food Collective Centre.
Maintain confidentiality of individuals accessing FCC services.
Maintain an appropriate and positive image of the MSU.