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Community Food Distribution Associate & Driver

Bounty & Soul is seeking an energetic, team-oriented Community Food Distribution Driver & Associate to help connect our community with fresh, healthy food.This is a fast-paced, physically active, and community-facing role that combines food distribution, warehouse operations, event support, and vehicle operation. Team members work both behind the scenes in our food hub and directly in the community through mobile food distribution events and Farmers Market Truck programs.The ideal candidate enjoys meaningful hands-on work, values teamwork and community connection, and is comfortable with physically demanding tasks in a dynamic environment. This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a visible impact while staying active throughout the workday.BenefitsMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife InsurancePaid time offCultureBounty & Soul is an innovative grass-roots community-based organization working to advance food and health equity by giving everyone a fair opportunity to eat well, live healthily, and thrive. We provide consistent access to nourishing food, health & wellbeing education, and a supportive community. We are an energetic, passionate, and committed team with more than 550 volunteers that we rely on for the successful implementation of our work.ResponsibilitiesCommunity Food Distribution & EngagementSupport and lead community Farmers Market Truck events and other food distribution eventsCreate healthy, collaborative partnerships with community-based organizations.Ensure the collection of participation data at Farmers Market Truck events and other food distribution events.Vehicle and Equipment ResponsibilitiesSafely operate company vehicles ranging from pickup trucks to refrigerated box trucks over 25 feet in lengthTransport food and supplies to distribution sites throughout the regionOperate forklifts and warehouse equipment safely and responsiblyHelp maintain the cleanliness and care of company vehicles and equipmentFood Handling ResponsibilitiesCross-function with the Farmers Alliance team in food sourcing and distributionSet up and display of food at in-person markets, implementing Bounty & Soul market guidelines and adhering to standards set forth by the Director of Food and FarmsLoad, unload, sort, rotate, and store fresh produce and donated foodSupport food quality, inventory, and organization processesMaintain clean, organized, and safe workspacesFollow food safety and sanitation standardsWhat we are looking forPositive attitude and strong teamwork skillsComfort working in a fast-paced, physically active environmentAbility to lift, carry, load, and move food and equipment throughout the workdayStrong communication and community engagement skillsCommitment to treating all community members with dignity, compassion, and respectSafe driving record and comfort driving larger vehiclesFlexibility and willingness to support different operational needs as they ariseRequirementsUS Driver's LicenseLift up to 50 poundsAuthorized to work in the US without sponsorshipExperience driving large vehiclesMinimum 2 years of experience in the food industry or warehouse managementEqual Opportunity EmployerBounty & Soul provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.J-18808-Ljbffr