Summer Food Program Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

About the Organization:

It is an exciting time at the Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB) as we continue to undertake our mission. We know that creatinglong termsolutions to food security requires more than meals. It requires education, training, and collaboration. 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, healthcareand 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:

The Mobile MealsCoordinator'sprimary responsibility is toadministermobile Afterschool & Summer Mealsthrough theChild and Adult Care Food Program and Summer Food Service Programat several stopsinFairfax, CountyVA.This programoperatesout of a school bus that has been retrofitted with a kitchenette and diner style seating.TheCoordinatorisresponsible forphysically loading and unloading the buswith meals, preparing for and supervising meal service, completing meal reports usingour digital point of service system, and leading recreational and educational activities.TheCoordinatorwill alsohavetheopportunitytoprovidestrategic insight into outreach andlogisticstomost effectively reach the community.This role will require approximately 8 hours perdayMonday-Fridaywithanticipatedhours from12:00-8:00 PM.Hours and days are subject to change in response to community participation and school closures/holidays.This role is a great fit for someone with childcare experience who wants to be out in the community interacting withpeopleevery day.

Essential Functions:

ProgramAdministration

• Providestrategic insight into outreach and integration of the bus into the community

• Receive meals onsite from our vendor and transfer to the bus

• Train and supervise volunteers daily

• Plate and serve meals for childrenin accordance withCACFP &SFSP guidelines, alongside setupand break down

• Complete and enter daily reports into Link2Feed, our digital point of service system

• Plan and leadrecreational activities for children ages 5-18, primarilyelementary aged

• Maintain condition ofthe bus, cleaning daily and reporting any maintenance concerns to theDirector of Family Government Nutrition Programs

• Build relationships with community members

Miscellaneous

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be enrolled in a college degree program, completed college degree program, or have equivalent work experience

• Must have reliable transportation

• Conversationally fluent in Spanishrequired

• Demonstratedproficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite, ability to use a database system, and attention to detail

• Experience with youth development programs preferred
  

Physical Demands & WorkingConditions:

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as required by the job description.

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching, bending, and stooping for extended periods of time; occasional kneeling and lifting/moving items up to 50 lbs.
• May be exposed to very hot or cold temperatures depending on the season.
• May be exposed to sounds and noises that are distracting.
• Ensure meals are prepared, transported, and served in accordance with food safety standards.

Reporting:

• Director, Family Government Nutrition Program
  

Compensation:

• $24.08to $29.43/hour
  

Schedule:

• This is an in-person role based in Lorton, VA and requires approximately 8-hour shifts Monday-Friday, with anticipated hours of 12:00 PM-8:00 PM.
• Hours and days may vary based on community participation, program needs, school closures, or holidays.
• Staff typically begin the day with administrative preparation, meal set up, and loading activities before volunteers arrive around 2:30 PM. The Mobile Meals bus generally departs for community sites between 3:30-4:00 PM and returns to Lorton around 7:30 PM, followed by daily clean up and closeout procedures.

NOTE:Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

We Offer:At Capital Area Food Bank, we understand that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits including competitive compensation and benefits, free onsite parking, complimentary shuttle to metro (DC), professional development, growth, and fun work in a diverse environment

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 accommodation is available to qualified individuals with disabilities.