Sustainability's Union Food Organization Associate Work Study

Union College • Schenectady, NY

16h • Onsite

About The Position

This job is only available to students who qualify for Work-Study. The Union Food Organization (UFO) Associate will support the coordination and execution of Union College’s food recovery and donation initiative. This program aims to safely collect surplus food from Reamer Dining and redistribute it to local community partners, addressing food insecurity in our local community. The position offers students the opportunity to engage in sustainability and community service work while developing organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Requirements

• Reliable, responsible, and organized
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Comfortable working in dining settings and following food safety procedures
• Passion for sustainability, community engagement, or food justice

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Excel or Google Sheets for data tracking preferred

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Dining Services, the Office of Sustainability, and community partners to coordinate food recovery efforts.
• Safely collect, label, and store leftover food according to campus and health safety guidelines.
• Log donation quantities and delivery details for reporting and compliance.
• Assist with scheduling and training other student workers or volunteers involved in the food donation process.
• Communicate with local organizations and ensure delivery or pick-up of donations.
• Create promotional materials (flyers, social media posts, etc.) to raise awareness about the food recovery initiative.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with program evaluation and data collection.
• Perform other related duties as needed to support the success of the food donation mission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed