Project Co-ordinator – Food

Project Co-ordinator – Food

Location: Hull – office based
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £ 27,000 per annum
Reports to: CEO

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and organised Food Project Co-ordinator to manage our food service projects. The successful candidate will run cooking on a budget workshops, our ready meals service, and develop and run a mobile affordable food shop. They will ensure food is distributed safely, efficiently, and with dignity to our beneficiaries. The job requires face-to-face working and the occasional evening or weekend.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is passionate about tackling food poverty and making a positive impact within the community.

Key Responsibilities

·      Planning and delivering cooking on a budget workshops.

·      Development and running of a mobile affordable food shop.

·      Planning and managing the ready meals project.

·      Build and maintain positive relationships with external partners such as food donors, supermarkets, businesses and community groups.

·      Monitor stock levels and ensure food is stored in accordance with food safety regulations.

·      Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, and safeguarding policies in relation to food.

·      Support fundraising events, food collection campaigns and community initiatives.

·      Work closely with partner agencies to meet the needs of service users.

·      Produce reports and statistics for management and funding bodies.

·      Assist with the development of new food projects and community programmes.

Person Specification

Essential

·      A full UK driving licence.

·      Cooking experience.

·      Experience or knowledge of nutrition and healthy eating.

·      Experience in food distribution, logistics, retail, community services or charity work.

·      Excellent organisational and time management skills.

·      Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

·      Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

·      Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·      Understanding of food allergens, hygiene and health and safety requirements.

·      Genuine interest in building community cohesion and empowering people.

 

Desirable

·      Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.

·      Experience working within the voluntary or charitable sector.

·      Knowledge of food poverty and community support services.

·      First Aid qualification.

What We Offer

·      A meaningful role making a real difference in the local community.

·      Supportive and friendly working environment.

·      Training and professional development opportunities.

·      25 days annual leave entitlement plus public holidays.

·      Pension scheme.

·      Employee wellbeing support.

Equality and Diversity

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities in employment.

Safeguarding

The successful applicant will be expected to share our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Appropriate references and a full DBS check will be required.

If you would like to know more information about the post, please call Jan Boyd on 01482 709810 during office hours.

 

Please send your CV and a covering letter giving details on why you would be suitable for the role too Jan Boyd, CEO, EMS Ltd on email:  jan@emsyorkshire.co.uk

 

Deadline for applications is 5pm Wednesday 21 October 2026

Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 9 November 2026

EMS Ltd

1 Endeavour Crescent, Hull HU9 5SZ

Charity Number: 1132419      Company Number: 6978334