CHCV Facility Operations & Food Recovery Assistant Job Posting - July 2025

Overview

Community Harvest of Central Vermont (CHCV), Central Vermont's gleaning organization for the past decade, is seeking a part-time Facility Operations and Food Recovery Assistant to support our physical infrastructure and food recovery operations. CHCV brings the community together through gleaning to recover surplus food produced on area farms to feed those with limited access to nutritious, fresh local food. This position plays a key support role in maintaining the organization’s facilities, equipment, and vehicles, and in assisting with the collection, intake, tracking, and organization of gleaned food.

The ideal candidate will be reliable, organized, and proactive, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This is a physically active role that involves regular cleaning and maintenance tasks, food pickups, and seasonal facility upkeep. This position will report to both the Executive Director and the Program Operations Manager and work closely with other staff and volunteers.

This is a part-time year-round, in-person position with a set weekly schedule of Thursdays and Fridays, totaling approximately 16 hours per week.

Job Responsibilities

Facilities Operations and Maintenance

Manage organization, cleaning, and ordering of supplies in coordination with other staff.
Oversee washing of containers (buckets, crates, bags), working with volunteers as appropriate.
Conduct weekly facility cleanliness projects.
Maintain CHCV’s vehicles including regular cleaning, and stocking with glean supplies.
Work with the Program Operations Manager (POM) to perform weekly and seasonal cooler maintenance and cleaning tasks, including air conditioner cleaning and deep cleans.
Work with the POM to track and organize facility improvement projects and cleaning logs.
Work with the POM and volunteers to research, recommend, and install new equipment.
Perform light building and grounds maintenance including grass trimming and snow removal.

Food Recovery and Gleaning

Participate in food pick-ups, processing, and delivery preparation.
Maintain awareness of food inventory to make informed decisions during pickup planning.
Support occasional gleaning efforts in the field.
Support food deliveries to sites as needed.
Support communication with farm partners and food donors when necessary.

Data and Volunteer Support

Assist in data collection, recording, and accuracy for food pickups, volunteers, and distribution.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to follow and internalize specific instructions and processes in a fast-paced environment is a must.
Possess an understanding and appreciation of the local food system, healthy eating, and waste reduction. Experience working or volunteering in non-profit(s) which address hunger relief, waste reduction, or agricultural issues desired.
Comfortable with physical, hands-on work and capable of heavy lifting regularly.
Organized and attentive to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage cleaning, maintenance, and supply tracking tasks.
Reliable and able to follow set checklists, timelines, and communication protocols.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite software including Excel preferred.
Familiarity with tools and equipment maintenance is a plus.
Knowledge of produce, food handling, and storage practices is a plus.
Comfortable interacting with volunteers and members of the public in a support role.
Valid US driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation required. Ability to drive a pick-up truck and mid-size cargo van required. Use of your own reliable vehicle for food pickups desired. Mileage reimbursement will be provided.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. At CHCV, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align, we still encourage you to apply.

Location & Physical Demands

This position is based out of our Berlin, VT facility and includes regular pickups and travel around Central Vermont. The ideal candidate will live within short commuting distance of Berlin, VT. Work is hands-on and occasionally outdoors in varied weather. A high level of physical activity is required, including lifting up to 50 pounds, moving crates, driving, and cleaning.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $19 to $22 per hour to start, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include generous paid combined time off.

How to Apply

Accepting applications until the position is filled, with preference to applicants who apply by July 21st. Interviewing may begin as early as that week with an anticipated mid to late August start date.

Interested applicants should submit:

Cover letter with description of past food handling, facility maintenance, and/or volunteer engagement experience, as well as interest in local food system/food security
Contact information for three references
Resume

all in PDF format to Allison Levin, Executive Director at Allison@CommunityHarvestVT.org

Learn more about how you can help us help everyone eat local! See CommunityHarvestVT.org for program information.