Share Email Opening Title MD Curbside Groceries Coordinator   Reports to: Dir., MD Region   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Location Capital Area Food Bank - DC   About the Organization It is an exciting time at the Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB) as we continue to undertake our mission of providing good, nutritious food today and food to enable brighter futures. On an annual basis CAFB distributes about 40 million meals worth of food through a network of hundreds of partners across the DMV. We know that creating long term solutions to food security requires more than meals. It requires education, training, and collaboration across the public, private and social service ecosystems. We are seeking people with strong ideas and a passion to come together to address the complex interrelated issues of food security, poverty, and equity. We are expanding in multiple ways: providing food for today and addressing the root causes of hunger by partnering with organizations that provide critical services like job training programs, health care and education. Food has the power to transform lives and move everyone forward. Find out how on our website at capitalareafoodbank.org. Let us discuss how food is at the center of everyone's healthy life!   Description Curbside Groceries is a mobile grocery truck bringing groceries for sale to areas experiencing transportation barriers and gaps in accessibility of affordable, healthy food. Operating in neighborhoods across Prince George’s County, MD, Curbside Groceries sells a full selection of foods—including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, and proteins—to provide residents in low food access areas with grocery options  year-round. Curbside Groceries is an initiative of the Capital Area Food Bank, presented through a partnership with Giant Food, United Healthcare, and Washingtonian Magazine.    The DC Curbside Groceries Coordinator will play a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the truck, support the recruitment of new sites, and manage customer engagement.  This candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the grocery truck project. Successful candidates have the proven ability to independently move a project forward with professional maturity. The manager will work closely with the Grocery Truck Manager at each market stop to service the community with affordable, healthy market basket of foods. The position requires working closely with other departments, especially food resources and development department.   Position Requirements ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: COMMUNICATION, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, & CUSTOMER SERVICE Displays excellence in customer service through embodying a welcoming and charismatic presence Ability to grow a strong customer base through relationship building Creates outreach materials that increase the number of users of the grocery service and advertise promotions Represents the CAFB in community meeting, on panels and through outreach opportunities. Incorporates feedback from the community and to adjust and update the Mobile Grocery route and stop locations to best serve community needs and ensure customer and staff safety Assist in development of new sites including investigating partnerships based on guidance provided by the Curbside Manager  Customer Engagement via email list serve, text, etc. Update social media weekly according to engagement schedule   Update customer information as needed Create content for social media and email marketing use (i.e., videos, copy for posts)  TRUCK OPERATIONS & INVENTORY MANAGEMENT Assist with daily cash transactions  Ensure truck is stocked with adequate supplies (I.e., menus, surveys, bags, etc.)  Ensures accurate accounting of grocery inventory Supports the set up and breakdown of the market at each location Load and unload grocery items for safe food storage according to FIFO Ensure food safety standards are met throughout market process Restock products, and maintain the market’s inventory and produce quality Conduct transactions, handling different payments Assist in inspection of inventory for appropriateness for sale and/or donation MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1 – 3 years of work exp in a related field.  2-3 years of customer service experience or member management  High comfort level working with diverse community organizations  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal  Proficient in Microsoft Office systems, Experience with electronic databases and internet resources  Ability to Obtain Certified Food Protection Manager certification Knowledge of the DC Metro Area Experience using various data base and software systems Ability to defuse and resolve challenges with customers Commitment to creating food access in every community This position requires you to be fully vaccinated per the DC GOV Mandate    COMPETENCIES: Access to reliable vehicle strongly preferred  Must have a valid driver’s license Familiarity with issues of food access, urban poverty, and local community a plus Strong organizational skills and ability to keep detailed records   Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively  Strong interpersonal skills and experience with conflict resolution  Experience presenting trainings and/or workshops  Positive demeanor and sense of humor a plus    EOE Statement Capital Area Food Bank welcomes and supports a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all applicants seeking employment and for all our employees. CAFB makes employment decisions based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, military status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, educational status, unemployment status, place of residence or business, source of income, reproductive health decision making or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, harassment or discrimination based on these characteristics will not be tolerated at CAFB. To perform the essential functions of this position, reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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