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Role: Trustee – Food / Operations

Urban Community Projects

You will advise the board on food operations, logistics, and programme delivery while supporting efficient food distribution to communities. Contribute to operational planning and process improvements, identify partnerships to strengthen food supply and programme impact, monitor operational risks and recommend solutions, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and food standards.

Detailed Description

Mobile Food Hub is becoming a registered charity to continue fighting food insecurity and make a real difference to people’s lives. Using technology and developing free and paid subscription models, we respond quickly to local needs and grow our services to reach more people. We aim to restore dignity, control, and hope to our communities. We are seeking a Food / Operations Trustee to advise and guide Mobile Food Hub on food logistics, operations, and programme delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience in food distribution, operations management, or running community food projects. Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and a passion for improving food access are essential.

Activities you will be doing

Advice, Information & Support,Community Work,Business, Management & Research,Trusteeships & Committees,Campaigning & Lobbying

What skills are required for this role

Admin, Good IT Skills, Negotiating, Organising & Planning

Why these skills are required

Advise the board on food operations, logistics, and programme delivery. Oversee efficient distribution of food to communities. Support operational planning and process improvements Help identify partnerships to strengthen food supply and programme impact. Monitor operational risks and recommend solutions Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food standards.

What is in it for you

As a Food / Operations Trustee, you will play a key role in helping Mobile Food Hub strengthen how food is sourced, managed, and distributed to communities experiencing food insecurity. You will use your expertise to improve operational systems, support strategic decision-making, and help expand the organisation’s impact. This is an opportunity to apply your skills to a meaningful cause, work alongside a passionate team, and help shape the growth of a charity dedicated to restoring dignity, choice, and hope to the communities

Time Commitment

4 meetings each year, every 12 weeks. In person and virtual Board of Trustee meetings.

NW1 1DF

The Living Centre 2 Ossulston Street London

The Living Centre, 2 Ossulston Street, London NW1 1DF, is a short walk from King’s Cross St. Pancras and Euston stations. From either station, exit and walk south onto Ossulston Street (4–8 minutes). Several buses also stop nearby on Euston Road, including routes 18, 63, 68, 91, 205, 390, N91, with just a short walk to the centre. Step-free access is available at most stations and bus routes.

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Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
18 and over,18-25
We Welcome
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and abilities. This includes, but is not limited to, ex-offenders and people with additional needs or disabilities, and those with lived experience of hardship. We do not discriminate against anyone who wants to contribute. We provide support and reasonable adjustments to ensure every volunteer can participate safely, confidently, and meaningfully in their role.
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