Working at the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano
The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano is committed to treating all people with dignity and respect. We embrace diversity through a positive and inclusive work environment where each employee has the opportunity for personal and professional development and where employees feel pride in supporting others.
We look for candidates who care deeply about our mission and who value:
- Teamwork
Everyone’s contribution is important. We place the mission of the Food Bank first and, as individuals or in teams, work together toward that end. We consult with each other and make decisions as a group. We hold each other accountable for our actions. - Communication
We communicate information, ideas, and decisions regularly and clearly. We provide feedback, internally and external to the organization, in a candid, constructive manner. - Integrity
We conduct ourselves with honesty and integrity, recognizing that upholding public trust requires the highest standards of moral conduct. - Service
We make every effort to provide superior service to our clients, member agencies, and donors. - Equality
We treat our clients, volunteers and each other with fairness, courtesy, respect and compassion while fostering an atmosphere of mutual trust. - Understanding
We believe in treating all individuals with tolerance and understanding. - Unity
We are committed to strengthening the communities we serve by fostering partnerships and working with other agencies in collaboration.
Career Opportunities
Communications Director
The Communications Director is a member of the senior leadership team and supports the Development department in setting and delivering the strategy for all external communications and public relations content to consistently articulate the Food Bank’s mission. The ideal candidate will possess a long-term vision for the communications function; integrating and supporting the Food Bank’s policy, advocacy, programmatic, and development efforts. This position also oversees the Advocacy function of the Food Bank.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
The Shipping and Receiving Clerk receives, inspects, and records incoming shipments to the Food Bank’s warehouse in Concord. This position is responsible for unloading freight and checking packages and their contents to ensure orders are matched and stocked appropriately. General warehouse duties include assisting with food distribution to member agencies and general facilities and equipment maintenance.
