Food Rescue Assistant

Food Rescue Assistant
This is a full-time, hourly-paid position.
40 hours per week and 10 days of vacation annually
Location Address: 2652 Old Rocky Ridge Road, Hoover, AL 35216

Our most important function is as a ministry. People come FIRST. No matter what
task is at hand, we do everything in our power to make a place for everyone. We
stop and listen, we pray, we help encourage gifts, skills, and purpose. We foster
relationships with people where they are, whether it is in abundance or crisis. Our
vision comes down to the basics of the early church: “We all have a need, we all
have something to give. If we all share what we have, we all have what we need.”
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Job Description:
As a Food Rescue Assistant, you play a vital role in recruiting, training, and supporting
volunteers involved in our food rescue and distribution efforts. You will work closely with
the Food Rescue US app, ensuring seamless operations across the Birmingham metro
area.

Key Responsibilities:
Recruit and train food rescue volunteers as well as food distribution volunteers.
Provide holistic care and encouragement to all volunteers.
Interact with and assist Food Rescue Heroes when they are at the office.
Host volunteer orientations to onboard new volunteers effectively.
Update and maintain local online serve platforms with ongoing volunteer information.
Ensure daily food rescue operations across the entire Birmingham metro area are
claimed, assigned, or covered.
Resolve food rescue issues promptly to maintain trust with donors and recipients.
Ensure accurate data collection and reporting on rescued food.
Solicit, educate, and onboard new food donation partners and volunteers.
Conduct quality control checks with rescuers to identify opportunities for improving
the food rescue experience.
Help coordinate with GKC (staff and volunteers) drivers as needed, ensuring daily
schedules are updated and posted.
Interact with volunteers on social media platforms to increase volunteer participation
and engagement.
Source volunteer care appreciation gifts from local community partners.
Enter data into appropriate forms to maintain proper records on in-kind gifts
received.
Provide volunteer care through regular thank-you notes, phone calls, emails, texts,
etc., to encourage and honor volunteers for their service.
Willingness to work after hours & on weekends if needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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Operational Support:
Food Rescue: Pick up relevant food rescues en route to the office

Work Environment & Maintenance:
All staff are responsible for the cleanliness and upkeep of their immediate workspace.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Basic daily tidying and organization.
Regularly taking out trash and recyclables.
Ensuring that shared equipment and common areas are left clean after use.
Reporting any maintenance or sanitation concerns promptly.
Maintaining a clean and safe environment is essential to our collective well-being
and reflects our commitment to stewardship and respect for shared spaces.

Qualifications:
Previous experience in volunteer management or community outreach is a plus.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in using technology and online platforms.
Passion for food rescue, hunger relief, and community engagement.

Notes:
When there is a lull in time, assess additional tasks in other areas of the
organization.
Bring forth ideas to improve teamwork, logistics, and organizational efficiency.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds, as you will be helping volunteers unload food.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their
qualifications and interest in the position to Natalie King at
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