Food Systems Assistant (Part-Time)

About the role

The Food Systems Assistant will help ensure the growth and success of RNH’s food access work with a focus on creating participant-led programming that centers community connections. Working closely with the Food Systems Manager, the Assistant will support operations, education, and administrative work across all food access programs, including food distributions, the community fridge, meal preparation and packing, youth market, volunteer activities, and educational programs.

This position requires organizational and customer service skills, a passion for food justice, and an eagerness for hands-on work. A “can do” attitude is essential as well as creativity, humor, and a commitment to responsive, justice-oriented, community-led programming.

Responsibilities

• Oversee weekly Tuesday produce distributions including set-up, break-down, volunteer management, customer service, and program development to foster community connections
• Support food systems operations through tasks like participant outreach (e.g. emails and calls), inventorying, ensuring upkeep of spaces & organizational systems
• Support monitoring of quantitative and qualitative impact of food programs by maintaining database and facilitating participant feedback
• Provide support at events such as community café, cook day, and the monthly food pantry
• Assist with the maintenance of The Neighborhood Fridge through cleaning, food procurement, and daily operations and organization
• Help facilitate food justice programs at existing events such as food distributions and in collaboration with existing RNH programs serving ages 3 years and up
• Support the farm stand with staffing and community outreach
• Collaborate with Food Systems Manager, volunteers, and other staff to develop and implement new programming to expand food justice and RNH’s mission

Requirements

• Spanish / English bilingual required
• Data management experience preferred
• Experience with mutual aid, food distributions, or other organizing experience
• Interest in community building, cooking, and food justice
• Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Proficiency in Google Workplace (particularly Docs & Sheets)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful background check and State Central Registry clearances required

Work Conditions

• Frequent traveling around the RNH campus and to local vendors as required
• Regular physical activity, including walking, standing, climbing stairs, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds
• Working outdoors in all weather (rain, heat, snow)

Schedule

20-22 hours per week, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and choice of Thursdays or Sundays

Pay

$20-22/hour commensurate with experience