Temporary Food Supply Specialist

Location: Truckee, CA

Type: Temporary, Part-time 24 hours per week, In-person, 4 day workweek

Organization: Sierra Community House

Compensation: $25 per hour

Hello! Thank you for your interest in the Temporary Food Supply Specialist position at Sierra Community

House, a non-profit offering a range of services that help individuals and families in the North

Tahoe/Truckee communities thrive. This is a temporary non-exempt position with an estimated duration

of work through December 23, 2025. The rate for this position is $25 per hour. The Temporary Food Supply

Specialist will be responsible for supporting Sierra Community House’s food recovery, distribution, and

warehouse programs. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to making a difference

through effective supply management, we encourage you to apply. Position requires manual labor on a

daily basis. Sierra Community House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A copy of our policy is available

upon request. We hope to fill the position as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and insurable driving record

• Strong communication, punctuality, and attention to detail

• Able to work independently and with diverse communities

• Cultural awareness and sensitivity are essential

• Fluent in English; Spanish a plus

• Comfortable with manual labor and operating equipment (pallet jack, etc.)

• Prior experience in nonprofits, food service, or warehouse work is preferred

• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time; bend, twist, kneel and stoop; pull, push, or

carry heavy objects including the ability to lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis; and frequently climb

in and out of delivery trucks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely drive a refrigerated box truck to transport food (must be insurable, with valid license)

• Receive deliveries and donations; lift up to 50 pounds regularly, sort, and record

• Set up and assist with food distributions, often outdoors and in varying weather

• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, including trash, recycling, and compost.

• Follow food safety protocols, ensuring food items maintain safe temperatures and meet other

safety standards for distribution.

• Work alongside and provide clear direction to volunteers.

• Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and nonjudgmental environment