Campus Kitchen Coordinator

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

The UGA Office of Service-Learning ( OSL) supports academic service-learning and community engagement initiatives designed to enhance students' civic and academic learning, promote engaged research that is responsive to community needs, and contribute to the public good through mutually beneficial community-university partnerships.

Typical work week is M-F from 8-5 PM with some night and weekend activities to support special community events, student orientations and trainings, and meetings with student leadership teams.

Applicant screening will begin immediately, but candidates are encouraged to submit materials by July 28, 2025 to ensure full review. However, the screening will continue until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter outlining how your experience and credentials fit the responsibilities outlined in the job description; a current resume; and contact information for three references who will be contacted if an applicant reaches the final stages of the search process. All applicants must apply online at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).

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Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

The Campus Kitchen Coordinator oversees Campus Kitchen at UGA, a student-powered hunger and relief program administered by the UGA Office of Service-Learning in collaboration with Athens area nonprofits and University of Georgia partners.

This position works with student leaders to understand and address issues in the larger food system. Through involvement in Campus Kitchen, UGA students participate in program activities ranging from food recovery from local grocery stores, distributing fresh produce from UGArden to area non-profits, planning and cooking meals, door-to-door meal and grocery deliveries to client families in aging services programs, and other learning opportunities that raise awareness of food systems issues. Each year, the program transforms thousands of pounds of recovered food into meals and groceries. Campus Kitchen serves hundreds of food insecure individuals through weekly programs, in addition to hosting special events throughout the year

The majority of the Campus Kitchen Coordinator's duties involve managing daily program operations which are located at UGArden and at shared kitchens in the community. Daily program operations and other responsibilities include coordinating and training student leaders and volunteers, overseeing the food trailer project, supervising graduate assistants, managing partnerships with external non-profits and other UGA departments, and coordinating student training in collaboration with other staff in the OSL. This individual serves as a key staff member in the UGA Office of Service-Learning, reporting to the director. The successful candidate will have a unique professional opportunity to leave a positive impact on the local food system and the lives of older adults, as well as student leaders.

The UGA Office of Service-Learning ( OSL) supports academic service-learning and community engagement initiatives designed to enhance students' civic and academic learning, promote engaged research that is responsive to community needs, and contribute to the public good through mutually beneficial community-university partnerships.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Oversee daily Campus Kitchen operations and promotion of the program.