Distribution Coordinator

The Nashville Food Project

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Job Summary

Mission, Vision, and Values

The Nashville Food Project brings people together to grow, cook, and share nourishing food, with the goals of cultivating community and alleviating hunger in our city.  At The Nashville Food Project, we embrace a vision of vibrant community food security in which everyone in Nashville has access to the food they want and need through a just and sustainable food system. This mission and vision are guided by core organizational values, including hospitality, stewardship, interdependence, learning, justice, and transformation.

Organizational Background

The Nashville Food Project (TNFP) was born from the idea that good food is a matter of basic dignity. Since its start in 2007, TNFP has served thousands of Nashvillians facing food insecurity. In 2011, TNFP was incorporated as an independent nonprofit, shifting the focus of its meals program toward a collaborative partnership model and launching an urban agriculture program. Today, TNFP continues to connect people to nourishing food and to each other through vibrant urban agriculture projects, made-from-scratch meals, and food shared with local partners working to disrupt cycles of poverty.

Position Summary

The Distribution Coordinator is an integral member of the Food Access Team, which works to link nutritious food with communities impacted by food insecurity. This is an externally-facing role, with the Distribution Coordinator serving as the representative of TNFP with community meal partner organizations. Reporting to the Director of Food Access (DFA), the Distribution Coordinator (DC) supports TNFP’s Food Access programs by delivering food to partners on a daily basis. This position dedicates a portion of its time to CACFP and SFSP meal programming, with the hours allocated determined by the percentage of TNFP meals that are eligible for reimbursement.

Job Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develop effective food delivery routes, modifying routes as needed according to the current calendar and protocols detailed in partnership agreements.
• Complete daily morning and afternoon food delivery routes as needed, arriving within delivery windows and fulfilling the needs of each delivery within time requirements.
• Act as the last set of eyes on all food leaving the TNFP kitchens, confirming that the highest standards of food quality are met and that all meals are properly labeled
• Train and support volunteer drivers on an as-needed basis
• Collaborate with Meals Team to implement systems to ensure outgoing food is properly organized and loaded for delivery
• Ensure Health Department codes are adhered to at all times
• Communicate relevant feedback and experiences regarding meals and deliveries to the DFA, including site delivery updates and any problems/feedback encountered during deliveries
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance for TNFP delivery vehicles utilizing and complying with the vehicle maintenance schedule
• Ensure distribution cambros and other delivery equipment are clean and in working order and maintain needed supplies in all TNFP delivery vehicles
• Support produce deliveries to partner organizations as needed, as part of the Produce Rx pilot program
• Serve as a friendly and attentive representative of TNFP with community meal partners
• Attend organizational meetings as appropriate, including TNFP staff meetings

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Ability to consistently lift and move up to 50 pounds and ability to navigate stairs
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with diverse communities including nonprofits, volunteers, and the general public
• Cooperative work ethic and a positive attitude; hard-working, conscientious, and responsible
• Well-organized with attention to detail, record keeping, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written, oral, and electronic communication skills
• Comfortable driving cargo vans and making deliveries in all seasons and weather conditions
• Willingness to successfully complete ServSafe certification within 90 days of employment
• Use of personal cell phone as needed to complete deliveries
• English fluency, oral and written

PREFERRED

• High school diploma/equivalent or relevant life experience
• Interest in anti-hunger work and food justice
• Willingness to drive a small box truck and operate a lift gate on occasion/as needed

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter outlining your interest in our work and mission to info@thenashvillefoodproject.org. Applications received on or before September 13, 2024, will receive priority consideration. Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

In all aspects of its work, The Nashville Food Project strives for a culture of inclusivity and fairness without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Details

• Date Posted: September 6, 2024
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Other
• Service Area: Other
• Salary Range: $20.00/hour
• Working Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm