Operations Manager

Renewal Food Bank is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to food rescue and providing food to those experiencing food insecurity. Customers can shop weekly and receive produce, meat, shelf-stable groceries, baby supplies, pet food, and hygiene items. Renewal is a vibrant community space where families and volunteers return week after week. We strive to serve our families’ holistic needs, providing access to food as well as a sense of community and belonging.

Reports to: Renewal Food Bank Executive Director

Position Summary

The Operations Manager is a part-time position responsible for the essential task of having food in stock and ready to distribute each day to meet the needs of Renewal Food Bank’s customers. In coordination with food bank staff, the Operations Manager ensures the operation of the food bank meets the highest standards of safety and service. From receiving our weekly food deliveries, to sorting, organizing, and tracking inventory of food, to running the operations three days a week, this is a high energy and multitasking oriented role. Our model is a grocery-style food bank with volunteer assisted stations, and relies completely on food rescue and donated food. This position is a direct support to the Executive Director and, together with the Transportation and Development Managers, covers the operations of the food bank in the Director’s absence. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support and manage three weekly food bank operation days, including preparation before open and closing procedures after. 
• Maintain food bank areas to ensure organization, daily stocking, sanitizing, cleaning, vacuuming, date check food items, rotating product.
• Track and maintain food safety procedures according to our guidelines, including date checking food, monitoring recalls, checking freezers and refrigerators to make sure they are working at appropriate temperatures, etc
• Collect, receive and store donations; record and report donation details including tracking and reporting all poundage, in concert with the Executive Director.
• Build connections with community members and customers of the facility, ensuring a warm, abundant, and personal experience for all.
• Assist in managing partnerships with stakeholders, including sources of food, peer organizations, donors, community groups, schools, and faith-based organizations. 
• Lead the management of volunteers during operations and off hours, partnering with staff to ensure quality experiences for volunteers that encourage retention and relationship development. 
• In coordination with the Executive Director, manage any facility-related issues.
• Oversee the food bank operations when the Executive Director is off-site or on leave.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid WA State Driver’s License
• Minimum one year employment experience
• Previous supervisory experience preferred 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Bilingual strongly preferred 
• Read, write and speak English to the extent necessary to collaborate with the team, understand instructions, and take and deliver messages.
• Prioritize multiple projects and exhibit supreme attention to details
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and present oneself in a professional manner
• Ability to interact with coworkers, clients and the general public in a positive manner
• Work successfully and maintain good relationships with diverse demographics
• Ability and willingness to keep information confidential
• Physical strength required to lift cases of canned goods, tables and other items weighing up to sixty (60) pounds repetitively for up to four or more hours daily.
• Willingness to comply with safety standards and procedures for both personal and public safety
• Ability to work early mornings and weekends as needed

This position accrues prorated vacation time and is eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Renewal Food Bank will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about Renewal’s mission and have the skills to help us secure the funding we need, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you are interested in this volunteer opportunity to director@renewalfoodbank.org

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. BIPOC/LGBTQ/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.