Coordinator, Food Recovery Program

Position Overview

Spoonfuls keeps good food from going to waste. Through food recovery and distribution, education, and advocacy, we address the health, environmental, and economic impacts that wasted food has on people and the planet. To learn more about our work, visit spoonfuls.org.

The Food Recovery Coordinator is responsible for managing a defined route of vendor and beneficiary partners across the Greater Boston, MetroWest, Worcester, or Hampden County regions. In this role, you will be the face of our organization—driving a medium-duty box truck and ensuring food is collected, inspected, loaded, and delivered to non-profit beneficiaries on the same day it is acquired, all while maintaining data integrity and fostering strong community relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a defined route of vendor and beneficiary partners, serving as the primary representative of Spoonfuls.
• Arrive to work in uniform and drive a medium-duty 10-12 foot NPR box truck (non-CDL) while following all safety protocols and DOT/Massachusetts regulations.
• Perform food recovery activities—including culling, loading, organizing, and delivering perishable and nonperishable products on the same day of acquisition.
• Maintain accurate records in the inventory system and Salesforce, and participate in regular route and inventory audits.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with vendors and beneficiary partners, and communicate any issues promptly.
• Adhere to vehicle maintenance protocols, complete required DVIR reports, and ensure safe operating practices at all times.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License with at least 3 years of licensed driving experience; a clean motor vehicle report for the past 3 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a current DOT physical card and a safe food handling license (ServSafe) as required by state and federal regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of commercial box truck driving experience.
• Previous customer service and/or grocery retail experience.
• Experience in food handling and recovery operations.
• Comfortable using computerized data input technology and Salesforce.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance: Provided through our PEO partner.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO along with holiday closures.
• Opportunities to work in a mission-driven organization making a positive impact.