Job Details

Food Programs Coordinator (Casual)

Position Number: 6160162
Location: Lewisburg, PA
Position Type: Food Services

Food Programs Coordinator (Casual)

R0000001373
Bertrand Library

Position Title:
Food Programs Coordinator (Casual)

Position Type:
Part time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Categories:
Staff Non-exempt

Job Summary:
The Food Programs Coordinator (FPC) will work in the Center for Community Engaged Leadership, Learning and Research at Bucknell University. Specifically, the FPC will help oversee logistics and coordination of the Community Harvest weekly meal program, and the monthly Snack Pack program (in collaboration with the Lewisburg School District). The FPC reports to the Associate Director and will support and collaborate with the AmeriCorps members to ensure weekly distribution at Community Harvest runs smoothly. This position is a part-time, casual, non-exempt staff position.

Community Harvest is a weekly meal distribution program in MIlton that distributes 165-170 meals per week. These two food programs rely heavily on volunteers. The FPC helps to recruit and retain Bucknell University faculty, staff and students, community groups, and local organizations to assist in these tasks and directs volunteers on-site.

Some Bucknell University professional development opportunities will be available to the FPC, including training around Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Community Engaged Learning. Other benefits include access to Bucknell's facilities including the gym, library, pool and reduced prices for Bucknell events.

Job Duties:

Primary duties include:

Community Harvest:

Serve as the point person to lead the weekly meal prep/cooking and distribution at Community Harvest, including recruiting, communicating, and managing AmeriCorps and volunteers on-site.
Coordinate annual food donation, fundraising & awareness programs in collaboration with Associate Director and other AmeriCorps. These events include Turkey & Trimmings, and Empty Bowls.

Food Management:

Ensure proper storage and timely distribution of produce and extra Community Harvest meals to prevent food waste and conduct monthly food pantry and on-campus storage inventory.

Volunteer Outreach/Recruitment/Management:

Recruit, oriend and facilitate volunteers to provide on-site support for the Community Harvest and Snack Pack program (which serves 340 students).
Help record volunteer attendance at programs with the Engaged Bucknell platform.

Logistics and Office Duties:

Completing office tasks such as email, updating google docs/spreadsheets, and participating in regular meetings with supervisor and other AmeriCorp members
Coordinate weekly logistics of the program including planning meals (scaling up recipes), ordering and picking up groceries, prepping the kitchen, guiding volunteers and arranging transportation for AmeriCorps members.

Minimum Qualifications:

Driver's License
High school diploma or GED
FBI, State Criminal Background Check, and Child Abuse clearances
Experience recruiting and coordinating volunteers
Interest in community food system
Comfortable working in an outdoor setting
Good oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively work independently as well as part of a team.
Flexibility, problem-solving skills, and open to feedback
Comfort with Zoom, Google docs, Excel or applicable software etc. and/or willingness to learn.
Experience cooking.
Willingness to complete ServSafe training within the first 60 days.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience cooking large quantities of food, a plus!
Experience with event management a plus!

Physical Requirements:

Ability to drive
Ability to lift, bend, and carry objects.
Ability to move around campus and community to complete tasks.

Required hours:

Total hours a week will be about 15-16, not to exceed 20 hours a week (6 hours at Community Harvest on Mondays, including taking excess food to the Food Hub in Lewisburg, 3-4 hours of volunteer outreach, recruitment, management, 3-4 hours of preparation for the meal each week, 1-2 hours logistics/extra tasks/meetings).

Sample Weekly Schedule:

Weekends: Order groceries online (via your schedule)

Mondays from 10am-6pm

Tuesdays-Fridays: Flexible, will be required to be in-office for team meetings and other activities.

Other hours might be required during the work day due to attending applicable meetings and events.

Job Exempt:
No
Salary Range:
18.40-23.00

The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application.

Advertised:
2025-03-21

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

Flexible scheduling options determined by role;
Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
E-VerifyBucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email hr@bucknell.edu.E-Verify Posters (sharing the link to the posters, which are also attached)

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