About the Organization:
It is an exciting time at the Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB) as we continue to undertake our mission. We know that creating long term solutions to food security requires more than meals. It requires education, training, and collaboration. We are seeking people with strong ideas and a passion to come together to address the complex interrelated issues of food security, poverty, and equity. We are expanding in multiple ways: providing food for today and addressing the root causes of hunger by partnering with organizations that provide critical services like job training programs, health care and education. Food has the power to transform lives and move everyone forward. Find out how on our website at capitalareafoodbank.org. Let us discuss how food is at the center of everyone's healthy life!
Description:
The Afterschool & Summer Meals intern will support the mission of the Capital Area Food Bank through the administration of child nutrition programs in the DMV. 70% of the intern’s time will be spent onsite supporting the operation of the mobile meals bus in 3 communities in Northern, VA. The other 30% of their time will be spent supporting in the monitoring of Afterschool & Summer Meals sites across the three regions. The right person for this role would be interested in a role that is community facing, comfortable being on their feet out in the community for 100% of their time, and would be available in the late afternoon and evening as late as 8 PM to support our sites’ dinner operations.
Essential Functions:
Program Operation- 70%
- Receive meals onsite from our vendor and transfer to the bus
- Plate and serve meals for children in accordance with SFSP guidelines
- Complete and enter daily reports into Link2Feed, our digital point of service system
- Provide meal service, including set up and break down
- Lead recreational activities for children ages 5-18
- Assist in the planning and organization of the recreational activities
- Conduct and develop nutrition lessons and materials as necessary
- Maintain condition of the bus, cleaning daily and reporting any maintenance concerns to the Sr. Manager
- Build relationships with community members
Program Administration- 30%
- Conduct federally required site visits for program compliance
- Report site visit findings to regional ASM coordinator
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent +1-3 years of work experience in a related field
- Must have reliable transportation
- Per the DC Gov Mandate candidates must be fully vaccinated
Preferred Qualifications:
- Spanish fluency strongly preferred
- Experience with childcare and/or federal nutrition programs
Other Skills, Abilities:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong client facing customer service skills
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
- Standing: over 2/3 percent of the time
- Driving: under 1/3 percent of the time
- As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Reporting:
- Reports to the Manager of Afterschool & Summer Meals
Compensation:
- $17.50 an hour
- This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Schedule:
- This role is 100% in person in the field
- Regular work hours are generally Monday through Friday from 12 PM- 8 PM, but will fluctuate based on site dinner hours as needed for site visits; hours include a 30-minute unpaid lunch break
NOTE: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
We Offer: At Capital Area Food Bank, we understand that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits including competitive compensation and benefits, free onsite parking, complimentary shuttle to metro, professional development, growth, and volunteer opportunities, fun work in a diverse environment
Application Process:
- Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
EEO Statement:
Capital Area Food Bank welcomes and supports a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all applicants seeking employment and for all our employees. CAFB makes employment decisions based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, military status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, educational status, unemployment status, place of residence or business, source of income, reproductive health decision making or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, harassment or discrimination based on these characteristics will not be tolerated at CAFB. To perform the essential functions of this position, reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities.
