Food Rescue Program Coordinator

Job Description

Lead Food Rescue Efforts That Change Lives Across Central Minnesota

Our Mission and Core Values

We are a nonprofit organization serving Central Minnesota with core values rooted in Compassion, Hope, Accountability, Respect, Dignity, and Service . Catholic Charities empowers our neighbors and creates impact in housing, food, and mental health that is seen and felt for generations.

Job Summary

Catholic Charities seeks a Food Rescue Program Coordinator to support food access initiatives by coordinating food rescue and distribution operations, supervising staff and volunteers, and cultivating relationships with food donors and community partners. This role ensures the safe recovery, distribution, and utilization of donated food for individuals, families, and older adults experiencing food insecurity across Central Minnesota. The coordinator manages logistics, inventory, reporting, vehicles, and equipment while providing operational support and leadership. The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, mission-driven, and skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with compassion and professionalism.

What you will do

• Coordinate Food Rescue program operations and donor relationships.

• Supervise Food Rescue Delivery Driver(s) and support volunteers.

• Assist with food collection, transportation, storage, and distribution.

• Maintain accurate program data, reports, and inventory records.

• Ensure compliance with food safety and program requirements.

• Support Food Access programs, special events, and community food initiatives.

• Assist with vehicle, equipment, and facility oversight.

What we’re looking for ( Required Qualifications)

Education:

• Two (2) years post high school

Experience:

• Two (2) years’ experience, one year supervisory experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Clean driving record, pre-employment physical clearance and positive recommendation from assessor required due to physical lifting and exertion requirements of the job. Ability to successfully clear a pre-employment DOT physical assessment and to obtain a DOT health card. Renewal of the physical assessment and health card will be required prior to the noted expiration date on an ongoing basis. Food manager certified or ability to obtain within 6 months. Certification for forklift operation required, will provide training if necessary. Must be able to operate equipment such as large trucks and the Mobile Food Shelf bus, a forklift, pallet jack, snow blower, and floor scrubber

Why Join Us?

• Make a tangible difference in the lives of people facing food insecurity

• Help reduce food waste and increase access to nutritious food throughout the region

• Build relationships with community partners, donors, volunteers, and clients

• Lead and support a dedicated team of staff and volunteers

• Enjoy a dynamic role that combines coordination, problem-solving, and hands-on community impact

• Be part of an organization committed to dignity, compassion, and service

• Work alongside passionate colleagues who share a commitment to helping others thrive

Why You Will Love Working Here!

You will make a difference in the lives of clients every day and you will work with a great team of people!

• Vacation (15 days within your first year)

• 8 paid holidays (7 full days, 2 half days)

• 6 days ESST (safe and sick time)

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Waive-off credit for those who have other group health insurance

• Employer-paid Basic Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance (AD&D)

• Optional life insurance coverage for yourself, spouse, and/or children

• Employer-paid long term disability insurance

• Pre-tax (Flexible Spending) accounts for medical, dependent care, and adoption expenses

• 401(k) plan with company match after 90 days

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Wellness Program

• The Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Become Part of Something Amazing!

If you’re passionate about helping others, supporting meaningful relationships, and advancing a mission that changes lives, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today by sending your resume to [email protected] .

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