Social Action- Veggie Butcher
ymca of metropolitan washingtonWashington, DC
$18 -$22
APPLYSocial Action- Veggie Butcher
ymca of metropolitan washingtonWashington, DCJunior L3
$18 -$22
Food Preparation WorkersFood Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All OtherButchers and Meat Cutters
APPLY NOWNutrition Educator, Veggie Butcher EmployeeStatus: PT Hourly, Non-Exempt, Seasonal Job Code:
Branch: Association Services Office Revision Date: July 31, 2026
Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:
Nutrition Educator, Veggie Butcher will be responsible for providing on-site fruit and vegetable break down and culinary and food access assistance for SNAP eligible market-goers at assigned DC Produce Plus markets.
Supervisory Responsibility:
No supervisory responsibility
Organizational Structure:
Job title to which this position reports: SNAP Ed Manager
Job titles directly reporting to this position: None
Job titles indirectly reporting to this position: None
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Run the on-site Veggie Butcher Stand at selected DC Produce Plus market
Set-up and break-down of Veggie Butcher Stand
Work with customers to break down their purchased produce to their desired cut
Package and label broken down produce while strictly adhering to food safety guidelines
Ensure a clean and tidy environment
Work with market administrator to seamlessly integrate Veggie Butcher Stand into Market
Offer extraordinary customer service and culinary technical assistance experience to customers
Create a vibrant community at the market by becoming familiar with the neighborhood and population, working with community partners, and creating a welcoming environment for all
Customer Service Standards:
Staff Engagement:
Greet everyone with a smile, eye contact and by name
Be knowledgeable of all programs and activities to engage candidates
Facility Excellence:
Ensure that information communicated and/or displayed is updated and accurate
Be proactive and responsive to all candidate and staff needs
Show:
Share personal experience with all
Share Y Mission stories
Required Competencies:
Mission Advancement
ValuesModels and teaches the Ys values.
CommunityEnsures a high level of service with a commitment to improving lives.
PhilanthropyCultivates relationships to support fundraising.
Collaboration
InclusionChampions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives.
Relationships - Builds relationships to create small communities.
InfluenceEmpathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict.
CommunicationEffectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience.
Operational Effectiveness
Quality ResultsHolds self-accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.
Personal Growth
Emotional MaturityUtilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance.
Functional Expertise - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Education, Certification, Skills, and Experience:
Culinary background with strong knife skills
Ability to become ServSafe or Food Safety certified (the Y can fund this training if needed)
Ability to work outdoors in summer temperatures
Strong problem solving and communication skills
Customer service skills
Working Conditions:
Physical ability to work on feet for extended periods of time
Physical ability to lift up to fifty pounds
Ability to work outdoors in summer temperatures
Ability to work weekends
Pay Range: $18 -$22
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Level
Junior L3
Salary
$18 -$22
Location
Washington, DC
Occupation
Food Preparation Workers
Industry
Community Food Services
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