Associate Director, Food Justice Programs
Overview
Own the strategy and operations of BTWCSC's Food to Freedom programs, serving 500+ daily meals and weekly fresh markets in San Francisco's Fillmore/Western Addition. This role anchors a century-old Black-led nonprofit, managing a team of 5-7 staff and a $2M+ budget. You'll lead citywide food system advocacy, build partnerships with local farmers and chefs, and advance a culturally rooted model of food sovereignty. Stand apart by co-designing a pilot Food Hub and integrating permaculture education into direct service.
What You'll Do10
- 1Lead and supervise the Food to Freedom Team, coaching staff toward a culture of excellence.
- 2Refine and implement the 'Cultural Atlas' model mapping program activities, outcomes, and impacts.
- 3Oversee daily operations: community meals, CSA boxes, and Friday Fresh markets, ensuring food safety and quality.
- 4Manage food supply chains: ordering, purchasing, storage, rotation, and distribution under ServSafe standards.
- 5Drive data collection and reporting, building dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.
- 6Cultivate partnerships with mission-aligned chefs, farmers, and policy coalitions to expand food access.
- 7Co-lead strategic planning for the Fillmore/Western Addition Food Hub pilot with the Executive Team.
- 8Collaborate with Finance and Development on grants, budgets, and revenue strategies for sustainability.
- 9Develop and execute zero-waste policies and integrate culturally relevant menu planning.
- 10Represent BTWCSC in coalitions, presenting workshops on food justice and sustainable systems.
Requirements10
- 14-5+ years in food production, restaurant, grocery retail, or hospitality management.
- 23+ years leading and coaching a team in a fast-paced setting.
- 3Degree in culinary sciences, food systems, sustainability, nutrition, or equivalent experience.
- 4Experience managing program budgets and ensuring fiscal accountability.
- 5Proven track record in sustainable sourcing and reducing food waste.
- 6Knowledge of food inequities and cultural needs of underserved communities.
- 7Strong advocacy and coalition-building skills with community partners.
- 8ServSafe certification and current CPR/First Aid certification.
- 9Valid CA driver's license with clean record.
- 10Proficiency in Google Suite and MS Excel.
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