Program Assistant Southern Maryland Food Bank, (1272)

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Washington•Waldorf, MD

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Assistant supports the Southern Maryland Food Bank (SMFB) by ordering food, coordinating the student Snack Sack Program, preparing monthly reports, and transporting and serving food at community locations. The role supports the Outreach Coordinator in developing and maintaining community partnerships and in managing volunteers who package, prepare, and distribute food. The position also supports food pantry, community garden, outreach, educational, marketing, and food truck activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience working in the community or at a nonprofit program.
Must be able to obtain Food Safety Certification or Serve Safe Certification within 90 days of employment.
Ability to drive a 16-foot box truck.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Knowledge of food preparation, cooking, safety, and sanitation.
Experience using computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment.

Responsibilities

Create and enter SMFB food orders for pantry members, the Senior and Student Snack Sack programs, and the Meals of Hope truck.
Coordinate with schools participating in the School-based Snack Sack Program and facilitate an annual student survey.
Coordinate weekly volunteers who assemble Snack Sacks.
Prepare monthly reports for the SMFB, Catholic Charities, and other stakeholders.
Maintain relationships and communication with master gardeners from UMD Cooperative Extension for the Seeds of Hope community garden.
Receive, record, and package harvested produce for distribution at the Giving Hope Food Pantry.
Host outreach activities and educational events.
Assist with receiving, weighing, inspecting, recording, and transporting food and other products delivered to the SMFB.
Assist the Outreach Coordinator with outreach and marketing strategies to expand recognition of the SMFB through social media and other communication channels.
Promote program activities and offerings to private and public entities.
Assist with volunteer training supporting the programs provided by the program.
Assist with processing customer orders and payments in accordance with Agency policies.
Inventory and stock supplies for the Meals of Hope food truck.
Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in the food truck.
Participate in workshops and scheduled staff-development meetings as assigned.
Represent Catholic Charities at interfaith, social service, cultural, and government meetings and events to promote SMFB programs as required.
Drive vehicles, including up to a 26-foot truck, to deliver, pick up, and serve food at community locations.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.