Food Access Manager

About This Role

The Food Access Manager will lead and expand Park DuValle’s food access initiatives, including Food is Medicine programs, community partnerships, and nutrition support services. This role ensures consistent access to healthy, affordable food for patients and the community, aligning with the mission of advancing health equity.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of Park DuValle’s food access and nutrition-related operations
• Supervise and support staff and volunteers engaged in food distribution and nutrition programming
• Partner with HR to onboard and train volunteers for food access programs
• Develop and implement a food procurement strategy to secure diverse and sustainable food sources
• Collaborate with Development & Communications to coordinate food and fund drives
• Oversee scheduling and logistics for food donations, grocery rescue, and in-kind deliveries
• Implement inventory and distribution procedures to ensure adequate supply and minimize waste
• Receive and process in-kind donations and government commodities; maintain donor relationships and complete documentation
• Monitor food program equipment, vehicles, and facilities; coordinate necessary maintenance
• Ensure PDCHC food programs are ServSafe compliant and maintain a professional environment
• Represent Park DuValle at community events, advocacy initiatives, and partner meetings

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in community health, food distribution, human services, or nonprofit food access programs
• Strong organizational skills
• Comfortable with hands-on work, including manual labor related to food distribution
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. repeatedly throughout the workday
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to engage effectively with patients, volunteers, donors, and community partners from diverse backgrounds
• Flexibility to multi-task in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required
• Strong computer and data-management skills

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in community health, food distribution, human services, or nonprofit food access programs

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with donor management software
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)

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