About the Role
Under the direction of the Service Coordination Manager, the Program Assistant supports the daily operations of the organization's programs with food planning and preparation for our dinner program, providing front desk coverage and Child Watch services as needed, and supporting program activities. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while working independently and collaboratively to create a welcoming and supportive experience for participants.
Responsibilities
- Plan menus, purchase food and supplies, and prepare nutritious meals and snacks for program participants.
- Coordinate food needs with program facilitators to support programming including workshops and events.
- Responsible for collecting food, supplies, and donations from vendors.
- Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, food preparation, and dining areas in accordance with safe food handling practices.
- Perform kitchen cleanup, including dishwashing and maintaining equipment after programs.
- Assist with room setup and breakdown for workshops, programs, and special events.
- Provide front desk coverage and child watch assistance as needed.
- Support the coordination and delivery of program activities and events.
- Ability to promote, maintain, and contribute consistently to a positive work culture and team environment.
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect in communication in all situations and with all stakeholders (participants, staff, parents, teachers, partners, etc.).
- Other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Candidates must go through a background check after a conditional offer is made.
- Must have TB clearance.
- Food Handler Certification or willingness to obtain certification.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive hand and arm movements for extended periods.
- Ability to push carts and transport food and supplies.
Skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and other staff
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- Ability to collaborate as part of a team
Location
- Mission Potrero Site
Work Type
- Part-Time
- Up to 20 hours/Part-Time (Evenings required and Weekends as needed)
Experience Level
- At least six (6) months of relevant work experience.
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Salary/Compensations
- $23.50 - $25 (DOE)
Benefits
- Benefits subject to part-time status; eligible for state-mandated PTO/sick leave
About the Company
- Good Samaritan Family Resource Center (GSFRC) is an innovative multi-service non-profit agency located in San Francisco’s Mission District.
- Its mission is to help low-income families access needed services, develop self-sufficiency, and participate fully as members of the community.
- Our staff is a diverse and talented team willing to take different and unique approaches to help children, youth and families thrive and succeed.
Equal Opportunity
- Good Samaritan Family Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
