Project Open Hand provides nutrition services to help sustain our clients as they battle serious illnesses, isolation, or the health challenges of old age. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity.
Please note: we do not accept unsolicited applications or resumes for positions not currently advertised.
Project Open Hand (POH) has been delivering meals with love to the critically ill and elderly for 35 years. Currently we raise about $12 million in contributed revenue from the private sector (55%) and the government (45%). We do this through contracts, events, direct mail, corporate and foundation grants and major donor efforts.
The primary role of the Manager, Grants is to lead the management of Project Open Hand's $7M corporate, foundation and government relationship portfolio for purposes of maximizing the philanthropic investment of these constituencies. The Manager, Grants is responsible for assisting in the development and execution of strategies leading to significantly increased exposure, engagement and fundraising success from these constituencies. The geographic focus is mainly on the San Francisco Bay Area institutional giving environment, but as the organization evolves, this focus will encompass a greater national reach. The Manager, Grants works collaboratively with POH's individual giving and event teams to effectively manage and maximize a wide community of supporters. The Manager, Grants reports to the Director, Advancement (DA) and will oversee all development functions as they pertain to managing a portfolio of institutional prospects and will be an important internal and external voice in promoting a culture of philanthropy.
In partnership with the DA and in conjunction with the CEO, the position will assist in developing and implementing strategies for:
1. Attracting new relationships and increased levels of commitment from assigned constituents.
2. Supporting the stewardship of current donors including the fulfillment of sponsorship benefits.
3. Maintaining the grants calendar for annual operating and project specific efforts.
4. Leading efforts to discover, identify, understand and match the needs of POH with the goals of the various foundations, corporations and government entities.
5. Initiate opportunities for Board members and high level staff members to interact with current and prospective constituents.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Build institutional support for POH by:
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Manager, Events works directly with the Director, Advancement and Director, Development Operations, the internal Department Events Team and outside consultants and vendors in planning and producing Project Open Hand’s internal and external fundraising events. The Manager, Events will be the primary lead on all internal and external events that benefit Project Open Hand. Key responsibilities include all aspects of managing events including logistics, recruiting, training, and coordinating event volunteers, implementing event marketing and communications strategies, cultivating relationships with and soliciting event sponsors, in-kind support, and donors, coordinating event contractors and vendors, and record keeping. The management of events may include working with other Development and Project Open Hand staff to coordinate their functions and contributions to a successful event.
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Human Resources Generalist helps Project Open Hand succeed by providing extensive support and guidance for all levels of the agency on the full range of HR, specifically in the areas of employee relations, employee engagement and recognition, leaves of absence, confidential record keeping, and organizational staff recruiting efforts, including partnering with departments and programs throughout the Agency to ensure staff vacancies are addressed in a timely manner.
This position is perfect for a highly engaged and personable HR professional familiar and comfortable with the confidentiality and professional boundary demands of such a position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Systems Administrator is responsible for maintaining information systems hardware and software, including telecommunications, servers and workstations. Identifies and implements system enhancements (software and hardware updates) that will improve the performance and reliability of the network communication systems. Works closely with end users to troubleshoot any IT issues.
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Project Open Hand Caseworker helps to provide meals with love through interfacing with clients, conducting intake interviews for new and returning clients, and assessing and verifying eligibility for our programs. This involves meeting with clients in our Grocery Center, answering client calls and performing administrative tasks. This position works closely with the other members of the Client Services Department in serving clients and making decisions about how services will be administered.
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Project Open Hand Caseworker helps to provide meals with love through interfacing with clients, conducting intake interviews for new and returning clients, and assessing and verifying eligibility for our programs. This involves meeting with clients in our Grocery Center, answering client calls and performing administrative tasks. This position works closely with the other members of the Client Services Department in serving clients and making decisions about how services will be administered.
• BA in Human Services related field
• Computer literate (MS Office/Outlook)
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries in a social service setting
• Mental Health or Social Work experience
• Experience working with clients with multiple diagnoses (i.e. substance abuse, mental illness, critical illness)
• Bilingual in Spanish, Cantonese or Mandarin
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
A Project Open Hand Community Nutrition Site Coordinator administers the Community Nutrition Program on location at assigned site.
This is a great opportunity for the right person to directly engage with and be of service to our community by helping provide thousands of meals to seniors and adults with disabilities who rely on our program for not only nutrition, but also a safe place to socialize and gather with friends.
• Experience working in Human Service Programs
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Experience assisting older people, people with mental health issues and substance abuse issues
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• Certified ServSafe Food Protection Manager (highly desired)
• Bilingual Cantonese and/or Spanish
• Supervisory experience
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
A Project Open Hand Community Nutrition Site Coordinator administers the Community Nutrition Program on location at assigned site.
This is a great opportunity for the right person to directly engage with and be of service to our community by helping provide thousands of meals to seniors and adults with disabilities who rely on our program for not only nutrition, but also a safe place to socialize and gather with friends.
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Wellness Program (WP) Coordinator’s primary responsibilities include a blend of administrative and direct service duties to support the Wellness Program and Project Open Hand’s mission. The WP Coordinator will supervise the day to day duties of the Wellness Program staff, process eligibility for services, manage program contracts, offer case management, and support the Manager, Wellness Program (MWP) as needed to ensure contractual and organizational goals are being met.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Physical demands: While performing duties of job, incumbent is occasionally required to move freely about the building; sit for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Work environment: The noise level in the work environment varies from moderate to loud. The work environment will be ever changing with new clients, volunteers and staff members all sharing space and working together in the administrative offices and POH Grocery Center
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
Working out of both San Francisco and Oakland, the Bilingual Registered Dietitian (RD) works in the Nutrition Services Department to provide nutritional assessment, counseling and education to Project Open Hand clients, with a particular focus on our monolingual Spanish clients living with critical and chronic illnesses. The Nutrition Services Department is an integral part of Statewide MediCal Medically Tailored Meal Pilot Program that includes the application of Medical Nutrition Therapy via in person, home and telephonic visits to some of the most vulnerable in our communities. The RDB develops educational materials and curricula, participates in research projects, assesses the needs of the client community, and adapts programming and medically tailored meals as needed to meet the unique challenges faced by Project Open Hand clients
This position is ideal for a compassionate, professional dietitian who would like to help continually improve programs that sustain our clients as they battle serious illnesses, food insecurity, isolation, or the health challenges of aging. This position requires a level of comfort in the community nutrition environment with an emphasis on education.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Project Manager, Food Quality and Innovation is an exciting opportunity to develop and execute strategic initiatives to improve our meal offerings by addressing meal variety, cultural relevance, and quality ingredients to broaden our appeal and provide a unique meal service to our clients. Working out of our San Francisco Office in Nutrition Services Department this position will oversee the development of the bi-annual menu cycle, provide support with the food service software for new and developing recipes and meal structure and assist in the establishment and management of the food, quality and innovation budget and expenses. An important component of this position will be to take innovative concepts from idea to product, incorporating the steps for design, testing, client and staff feedback. The FQI Project Manager will coordinate client-focused food demonstrations on site for client feedback and education.
This position is ideal for a highly organized individual with a developed culinary skillset and an interest in nutrition education and service to groups living with chronic and critical health conditions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Director of the Community Nutrition Program (CNP) works strategically to lead and expand Project Open Hand’s programming for seniors and adults with disabilities throughout San Francisco. Programs include congregate meals with city and state funded partners, home delivered meals and nutrition education for diverse populations at various sites. The position requires strong ability to manage a large team of offsite personnel and maintain strong community partnerships that create nurturing congregate meal sites for seniors and adults with disabilities. This position is responsible for overall program direction and development and communication with city contractors and funders.
This is an ideal position for an individual that likes to develop teams and is a highly engaged leader. Candidate should have strong commitment to providing transformative services to our aging community and adults with disabilities through a nutrition intervention model that operates 365 days a year.
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
In conjunction with the Executive Leadership team of six California Food is Medicine Coalition (CalFIMC) agencies, this position will lead the strategic initiatives to make medically tailored meals available for those in need throughout the state of California. The Director, CalFIMC provides strategic planning, research dissemination, communication for the coalition, and project development to advance the mission of CalFIMC.
Reporting to Project Open Hand’s Chief Executive Officer with close dotted-line reporting to the Chair of the California Food Is Medicine Coalition, the position will be located in San Francisco, with some virtual workspace opportunity. This role will work closely and strategically with the POH Director of State-wide initiatives.
• 5+ years’ experience in healthcare or human services or food security related field
• Exceptional communication skills—verbal, written, and presentation skills
• A demonstrated ability to synergize team ideas and implement to success
• A passion for service and teamwork; an enthusiastic, can-do approach
• Demonstrated success in fundraising and grant writing
• Commitment to the Food Is Medicine philosophy
• Comprehensive knowledge of healthcare systems in California
• Comprehensive knowledge of and comfort with Managed Care Health Plans and familiarity with CMS.
• Knowledge of applicable federal government funding opportunities.
• MPH, MPA, MSW or MBA
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Manager, Kitchen Operations supervises and coordinates functions related to the operational aspects of all food products made in our commercial kitchen. This customer-service oriented leader is an essential part of our Operations team that supports the production of meals with love every day for seniors and vulnerable neighbors in the Bay Area. The Manager, Kitchen Operations directly manages porters and supervises the functions of staff and volunteers who participate in the creation and distribution of meals.
This position is ideal for an ambitious, meticulously organized, experienced kitchen leader with excellent communication skills looking to develop and execute policies and procedures that ensure that food safety standards are prioritized in all we do. To perform successfully, our employees must not only have the qualifications and abilities to perform each of the essential functions of this position, but also must continually strive to meet or surpass the Project Open Hand objectives and exacting standards.
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
Project Open Hand provides more than 2,000 meals with love each day to its community of sick and elderly clients and the Distribution department is the frontline of the organization. As a Driver, you will nurture vital connections as you deliver nutritious, health-supporting meals directly to homebound clients and senior sites throughout San Francisco and Alameda counties.
This is an ideal position for a compassionate dedicated driver looking to directly help others on a daily basis.
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Cook I is a support role and an essential part of our team of dedicated culinary professionals producing meals with love every day for seniors and vulnerable neighbors in the Bay Area. A Cook I works alongside more advanced cooks to learn all aspects of commercial meal production systems, including but not limited to, preparing ingredients to be used in nutritious recipes, packaging meals and keeping a well-maintained kitchen. This position is ideal for an ambitious, flexible cook looking to support all aspects of large-scale meal production in a professional and mission-driven team environment.
• A commitment to Project Open Hand’s mission and operating principles
• 6+ months of professional commercial, industrial or production kitchen experience
• Ability to adhere to kitchen department rules, policies and procedures
• Ability and desire to work as a part of a cohesive team
• Ability to take direction and responsibility for actions
• Ability to speak, read and write in English to facilitate communications in the kitchen with volunteers, peers and leadership in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to apply basic mathematical principles and adhere to standardized recipes and directions, strict portion sizes, cooking methods & quality standards
• Capable of safely using knives and other food preparation equipment
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Ability to pass CA food handling certification
• Must be flexible to work early mornings, weekends or holidays to meet demands
• Formal culinary training or equivalent experience
• Experience with high volume meal production
• Bilingual in Spanish or Tagalog
• HACCP certification
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
Project Open Hand provides more than 2,000 meals with love each day to its community of sick and elderly clients and the Distribution department is the frontline of the organization. As a Driver, you will nurture vital connections as you deliver nutritious, health-supporting meals directly to homebound clients and senior sites throughout San Francisco and Alameda counties.
This is an ideal position for a compassionate dedicated driver looking to directly help others on a daily basis.
This is a fixed-term position, with an end date of December 31, 2022, with the possibility of extension.
Two years’ experience driving large delivery vehicles in an urban setting like San Francisco and Oakland
Valid California driver’s license and excellent driving record
Schedule flexibility and ability to work nights, holidays and weekends when necessary
Strong verbal and written proficiency with the English language to facilitate communication
Excellent professional references
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
Reporting to the Director, Kitchen Operations and working in close partnership with kitchen leadership, the Kitchen Operations Coordinator II is tasked with helping to ensure that all product receiving, inventory, routing, storage, cleanliness and food temperature functions are completed according to agency policies and procedures.
The Kitchen Operations Coordinator II makes it possible for their dedicated volunteer and staff teammates to produce the meals with love our community relies on. This is an ideal position for a thoughtful, reliable, dedicated and organized worker with excellent communication skills.
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Porter I is an essential part of our team of dedicated culinary professionals producing meals with love every day for seniors and vulnerable neighbors in the Bay Area. The Porter I works as part of the team that ensures all dishes, utensils, equipment, tools and other kitchen appliances remain sanitized and ready to use. Porters thoroughly clean kitchen floors and surrounding areas, take out the trash, recycling and compost meals in a well-maintained kitchen. Porters also participate in the packaging of meals. This position is ideal for an ambitious team player looking to support large-scale meal production in a professional and mission-driven kitchen environment.
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
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Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Cook II is an advanced role and an essential part of our team of dedicated culinary professionals producing meals with love every day for seniors and vulnerable neighbors in the Bay Area. A Cook II executes complex recipes to produce nutritious meals for clients. This hands-on role works as part of a team to share knowledge with junior cooks and volunteers to handle all aspects of our daily meal production systems, from preparing ingredients to be used in nutritious recipes to packaging meals and keeping a well-maintained kitchen. This position is ideal for an ambitious, flexible cook looking to collaborate with others in all aspects of large-scale meal production in a professional and mission-driven environment. To perform successfully, our employees must not only have the qualifications and abilities to perform each of the essential functions of this position, but also must continually strive to meet or surpass the Project Open Hand objectives and exacting standards.
• A commitment to Project Open Hand’s mission and operating principles
• 2+ years of professional, high volume commercial, industrial or production kitchen experience
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to and share information about kitchen department rules, policies and procedures
• Ability to speak, read and write in English to facilitate communications with volunteers, peers and leadership in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Desire to be a part of a cohesive team and demonstrated ability to share knowledge, answer questions and clarify processes while working alongside junior staff and volunteers
• Ability to take direction, give feedback, lead by example and take responsibility for actions
• Demonstrated ability to safely use, and share best practices on knife handling and other food preparation equipment
• Ability to apply basic mathematical principles and adhere to standardized recipes and directions, strict portion sizes, cooking methods, and quality standards
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards as per HACCP
• Ability to maintain CA food handling certification
• Must be flexible to work early mornings, afternoons, weekends or holidays to meet demands
• Formal culinary training
• Experience mentoring others
• Bilingual in Spanish or Tagalog
• HACCP certified
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
Project Open Hand provides more than 2,000 meals with love each day to its community of sick and elderly clients and the Distribution department is the frontline of the organization. As a Driver, you will nurture vital connections as you deliver nutritious, health-supporting meals directly to homebound clients and senior sites throughout San Francisco and Alameda counties.
This is an ideal position for a compassionate dedicated driver looking to directly help others on a daily basis.
• Two years’ experience driving large delivery vehicles in an urban setting like San Francisco and Oakland
• Valid California driver’s license and excellent driving record
• Schedule flexibility and ability to work nights, holidays and weekends when necessary
• Strong verbal and written proficiency with the English language to facilitate communication
• Excellent professional references
• Experience serving clients with multiple diagnoses (i.e. substance abuse, mental illness, critical illness)
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!
The Custodian performs general maintenance, repairs and custodial duties to keep the Project Open Hand facilities (excluding the kitchen) clean and safe.
If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining us we want to meet you!
Applications are only accepted online. Make sure to include a cover letter with your resume. For the full Job Description and instructions on how to apply please click on the button below.
Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity!