Do you have a passion for food, tackling food insecurity and want to be at the heart of food distribution?
Groundwork London are responsible for the management and coordination of the Waltham Forest Food Hub, based in Chingford. The Food Hub distributes surplus food to food banks and food aid organisations in the borough, who then redistributes this food to those who use their service. This essential service ensures foodbanks have the ability to provide sufficient, safe and nutritious food to all those who use their services, whilst also diverting food away from the waste cycle.
The Food Hub Project Manager will manage and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the food hub, working directly with stakeholders and partners, including the council, foodbanks and surplus food suppliers. The postholder will be supported by and manage the Food Hub Officer team and lead the recruitment and coordination of a team of volunteers.
Key role responsibilities include:
- Site, stock and warehouse management, including collection and delivery logistics
- Supply / demand forecasting and project reporting, informed by data from foodbanks partners and organisations
- Expand food sourcing and procurement from both the surplus / waste food chain and wider suppliers
- Volunteer/staff management and recruitment
Each day is fast-paced, with emerging and changing priorities. This role is physically demanding and will involve regular lifting and moving goods. Full training in manual handling and use of front-end loading equipment will be provided.
Please contact us if you are:
- Passionate about surplus food distribution
- Experienced project manager and skilled in logistics coordination
- Knowledgeable in food safety / food hygiene / food handling guidelines and application or willing to upskill in these topics through training provided by Groundwork London
- Skilled in partnership working with voluntary, community and faith sector, including food distribution organisations (such as foodbanks)
- Highly organised, able to prioritise and lead in a fast-paced working environment
A driving licence is essential for this role.
Groundwork London has been at the forefront of social and environmental regeneration in London for over 25 years and today we have a simple mission: to create better places, improve people’s prospects, and promote greener living and working.
Please send your completed application form to londonjobs@groundwork.org.uk, quoting reference: 1046 /FHPM
This job is being advertised on a rolling basis. Applications will be assessed as they are received and therefore a person may be appointed into the role before the final closing date for applications. If interested in the role, please apply at your earliest convenience.
Fnal closing date for applications: 9am, Wednesday, 1st November 2023
Interview date: Wednesday 8th November 2023
For further information and to discuss the role please contact Simone Guttoriello: simone.guttoriello@groundwork.org.uk
Appointment to this role is subject to the appropriate records check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Groundwork London is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.
