Careers
We strive to create a workplace and organization that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to be their full, authentic selves. Together, we work innovatively to serve our community effectively.
Mission-driven
People
Whether our employees work in operations, administration, or programs, our Hunger Fighters are deeply committed to ending hunger in our communities. It is an honor to work with others who share a strong vision and mission and are committed to putting our neighbors and agency partners first.
Workplace Wellness
The Food Bank cares for our Hunger Fighters with the same passion they give to the community – by treating them as people, not workers. Whether through our employer-paid benefits and perks or our focus on employee wellness activities, we want our Hunger Fighters to feel valued and bring their whole selves each and every day.
Diversity, Equity,
and Inclusion
DEI is valued as the lens through which we view our day-to-day operations. We are committed to continuously fostering a culture of inclusion among our employees and community that promotes diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and equitable access and opportunities essential to achieving our mission of leading the fight to end hunger.
A Culture of care
Health and Wellness
Benefits
- Fully-covered medical, dental, and vision plans for employee AND family.
- Paid time off starts at: 13 vacation days, 12 sick days, 10 holidays plus one floating holiday.
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flex spending and commuter accounts.
- Employer-paid life insurance + buy-up options for increased coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including access to free counseling.
Other Benefits
and Perks
- 403(b) retirement plan with 3% match after three months of service — fully vested at two years.
- Free on-site notary services.
- Fun and educational staff events.
- Employee recognition and referral programs.
- Discounts on travel, electronics, food, and more.
- Free wellness-focused classes.
- Financial health workshops.
Professional
Development
- Internal growth opportunities (internal promotions prioritized).
- Access to Feeding America’s comprehensive training opportunities (local, state, and national).
- Online and live training platform with thousands of offerings.
- Employee-run committees, including Equity Allies (DEI-focused social and educational activities), Safety Committee, and Employee Engagement Committee (staff fun and recognition).
Career Opportunities
The Volunteer Operations Coordinator is essential in ensuring our volunteers have a productive and meaningful experience at the Food Bank while maintaining strict quality control standards. This position works directly with Food Bank volunteers to oversee and coordinate the sorting of food products to ensure only products meeting strict quality standards are distributed to the community. This position has extensive interaction with the public and requires critical thinking and independent decision-making ability.
This is a full-time position located in our Fairfield warehouse.
Hours are: Tuesday-Thursday 11:30 am-8:00 pm and Friday-Saturday 7:30 am-4:00 pm.
The Volunteer Operations Coordinator is essential in ensuring our volunteers have a productive and meaningful experience at the Food Bank while maintaining strict quality control standards. This position works directly with Food Bank volunteers to oversee and coordinate the sorting of food products to ensure only products meeting strict quality standards are distributed to the community. This position has extensive interaction with the public and requires critical thinking and independent decision-making ability.
This is a part-time position at our Fairfield Warehouse.
Hours: Friday and Saturday 7:30 am-4:00 pm
The Mid-Level Philanthropy Officer is one of five positions on the Leadership Gifts Team, reporting to the Leadership Gifts Manager. Working collaboratively with the Donor Relations team, the major giving Philanthropy Officer, Leadership Gifts Manager, and other development staff, the position will directly manage a portfolio of approximately 150 mid-major donors (giving range $2500-$5000) and oversee all related processes including the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of these donors.
Full job description and instructions to apply (pdf)
