PT Eat! Program Coordinator at Food Access LA in Los Angeles, CA

Company Description

ABOUT FOOD ACCESS LA

Founded in 1996, Food Access LA is a leading Southern California nonprofit organization, connecting people to healthy food, promoting economic development, and building sustainable food systems. We operate the largest network of mission-driven farmers’ markets in Los Angeles as well as programs that provide nutrition education, food access, and opportunities for small regional farms and local food businesses to thrive.  

Our programs include:  

• Certified Farmers’ Markets: Operating a network of 9 community-based farmers’ markets in Los Angeles.

• Benefits & Incentives: Improving access to fresh, healthy foods by way of CalFresh EBT, the WIC program and Market Match.

• Nutrition Programs: Providing extensive nutrition and culinary education to low-income families, youth, and adults at our farmers’ markets, as well as community partner sites and schools.

• eat! Food Distribution: The eat! Program at Food Access LA is our food distribution initiative, supporting both small farmers and communities surrounding our farmers' market locations by aggregating, coordinating, and delivering produce boxes.

About Our Eat! Food Distribution Program

The eat! Program at Food Access LA is our food distribution initiative, supporting both small farmers and communities surrounding our farmers market locations. Through eat!, and in partnership with community organizations and food banks that have direct relationships with families in need, we distribute food boxes filled with fresh, locally grown produce across LA county.

eat! also operates a seasonal CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program for market shoppers interested in receiving weekly produce deliveries. As part of our continued growth, we are also piloting a wholesale delivery program serving restaurants, schools, and community partners.

Job Description

TITLE:

PT Eat! Program Coordinator

STATUS:

Non-Exempt; Part-time (8-16 hours per week)

COMPENSATION:

Starting at $25/hour

LOCATION:

Hybrid – Mostly working on-site at Farmers’ Markets (South LA and East LA locations) but option to work remotely for admin work

REPORTS TO:

Director, eat! Food Distribution

Role Overview

As our PT Eat! Program Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting all aspects of our food distribution efforts. This is a dynamic position that requires adaptability and responsiveness as the program evolves, providing great growth opportunities for an individual passionate about food systems. You will work closely with the Director of the eat! Food Distribution Program, with responsibilities including:

• Assist in coordinating bulk produce deliveries to community locations, working closely with the Program Director to communicate with farmers and community partners.

• Support invoicing, Excel-based tracking, and other administrative and organizational tasks.

• Manage CSA member communications, including creating a weekly newsletter, responding to member emails, and coordinating with farmers to curate weekly produce selections.

• Work on-site at farmers markets up to three times per week to pack orders and distribute them to CSA members, pickup sites, and wholesale partners (including restaurants, schools, and community organizations).

• Drive our company 12-passenenger Mercedes Sprinter van with professional care to make deliveries for our CSA program, wholesale deliveries, and other program related activities.

• Occasionally attend farm visits, community partner site visits, and related events.

The ideal candidate is flexible, a fast learner, who thrives in a fast-paced and structured environment, enjoys driving, physical activity, and the promotion of local California farmers.

Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual English/ Spanish, written and verbal;

• Experience driving a 12-passenenger van

• Demonstrated progressive leadership capabilities;

• Reliable, self-driven, and able to follow clear directives with minimal supervision;

• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively;

• Proactive problem-solving skills;

• Comfortable working collaboratively in a team setting and independently

• Ability to operate within tight deadlines and produce exemplary work with high level of attention to detail;

• Ability to communicate in a professional manner consistently and dependably via E-mail and phone;

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint cloud platform;

• Comfortable using internet applications and digital platforms such as Canva, FloDesk, Excel

• Ability to use social media platforms including Instagram and Facebook.

• Working knowledge of Food Safety regulations, ServSafe Certification Required (can be attained upon hiring);

• Experience working with underserved, low-income communities with awareness and integrity.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a tablet and telephone keyboard, stoop kneel to squat to lift boxes, set up tents, tables and other equipment (must be able to lift up to 25lbs). Most work will take place outside, sometimes in rainy, hot, or cold weather conditions.

Additional Information:

Food Access LA makes hiring decisions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, gender, gender orientation, identity, or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from groups that have been historically underrepresented.

Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. May perform related duties assigned by management.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.