Manager Food Pantry

POSITION SUMMARY:

Manages all food pantry services for BMC. Institute computerized tracking of patients for each particular clinical area, inventory control, storage sanitation, purchasing/receiving, and dispensing of all food for Boston Medical Center’s Food Pantry. Manage all budgets. Acts as liaison to Greater

Boston Food Bank.

Position : Manager Food Pantry

Department : Temp - Preventive Food Pantry Operating Fund

Schedule : Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• •Order and shop for food supplies to stock pantry
• •Train staff & volunteers in selecting appropriate items for a variety of dietary restrictions & requirements.

• •Processes all business transactions in computerized system, and able to utilize software programs such as Excel and Word
• •Complete payroll time sheets
• •Complete monthly reports
• •Update participation records
• •Maintain filing system of all pertinent records
• •Enter progress notes in EMR
• •Distribute food supplies to clients according to dietary prescriptions
• •Coordinate volunteer opportunities with Volunteer Services Department
• •Host visitors as needed including external & internal
• •Promote pantry to the media (television, radio, etc.)
• •Conduct telephone interviews
• •Attend community meetings
• •Assist in fundraising and some grant writing
• •Supervise Pantry Staff, administer discipline if necessary
• •Participate in policy development and implementation
• •Act as liaison with community representatives and as a resource to clinic physicians & healthcare institutions across the country
• •Manage the agreements and contracts with the Greater Boston Food Bank on behalf of BMC
• •Coordinate Pick-up and delivery of donations
• •Must adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• •High School or G.E.D. equivalent, required
• •Associates Degree in Nutrition or Food Service Management, desired
• •3 to 5 year's related experience in food and nutrition

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED :

• •Diet Technician registration with the American Dietetic Association or Dietary Managers Association
• •Certification in Nutrition strongly preferred
• •Requires a valid Massachusetts's driver's license, clean record and ability to obtain Class C license
• •Possess and maintain a current, valid Massachusetts driver's license and successfully complete a motor vehicle driving records check.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience of five or more employees

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• •Understanding of basic nutrition principles, knowledge of dietary principles
• •Ability to read budgetary and finance reports
• •Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not essential
• •Excellent communication and organizational skills
• •Experience working with community programs with diverse populations
• •Ability to complete computerized accounting procedures
• •Ability to network with other community programs
• •Good writing skills

Compensation Range:

$66,000.00- $96,000.00 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

NOTE : This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

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